ACTUALIZATION Synonyms: 19 Similar and Opposite Words

actualization

noun

Definition of actualization

as in realization

the state of being actual or complete an operatic performance that was the long-promised actualization of her musical potential

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Recent Examples of actualization My trip to Punta Cana will always be one of insight, kept advice, glamour, actualization—and the first sense of pride in my feminine spirit. — Jesse Ashlock, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 May 2024 The house Wanda ended up buying in Broad Cove is an actualization of Steve’s drawing of their dream home, down to the little shed on the side. — Hazlitt, 4 Feb. 2026 Strauss notes that multiple generations residing in one household is ripe for co-actualization, the concept of enhanced growth through meaningful relationships, to thrive. — Sierra Leone Starks, Parents, 3 Mar. 2026

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Noun

As Vedder handed her the guitar, Bella immediately lit up with excitement, jumping for joy as the realization set in.

— Christina Cardona, USA Today, 30 June 2026
That was huge, because Mary has had the realization that what was supposed to be a nurturing maternal force in her life had a damaging impact on her.

— Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 30 June 2026

Definition of realization

Noun

The Oscar-winning actor will receive the Golden Lion lifetime achievement award at the 83rd annual Venice Film Festival.

— Hanna Rantala, USA Today, 6 July 2026
That’s a major achievement for the local industry, which has been held back by limited distribution channels, fragmented networks, and a lack of market-ready skills.

— Jenny Vaughan, semafor.com, 6 July 2026

Definition of achievement

Noun

The other challenger, Flipkart, also said last week that its quick service offering, Minutes, has over 1,000 micro fulfilment centers across more than 130 cities.

— Priyanka Salve, CNBC, 2 July 2026
Rather than simply adding warehouse capacity, companies have invested heavily in inventory visibility, warehouse management systems and item-level tracking that allow retailers to manage inventory across increasingly complex fulfillment networks.

— Glenn Taylor, Footwear News, 2 July 2026

Definition of fulfillment

Noun

Strong internal relationships, institutional credibility, leadership opportunities, and career growth often come more easily inside organizations where people know your value and are invested in your success.

— Johnny C. Taylor Jr, USA Today, 7 July 2026
While the administration lost its bid this week to do away with birthright citizenship by executive order, its strategy has, in large part, been a success.

— Andrea Castillo, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026

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