realize (A2)
verb
Pronunciation: /ˈriːəlaɪz/
Definition
To understand or become aware of something.
Examples
I suddenly realized that I had forgotten my keys.
He realized his mistake and apologized.
Did you realize how much this means to me?
How to Use realize
- realize that (collocation)
- To become aware of a fact or situation. — "I didn't realize that you were waiting."
- realize how (collocation)
- To understand the degree or extent of something. — "He didn't realize how difficult the exam would be."
- realize the importance of (collocation)
- To understand how significant something is. — "We need to realize the importance of recycling."
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