verb:to become fully aware of something as a fact
She suddenly realized that she had left her wallet at home.
verb:to fully comprehend or grasp the meaning of a concept, often after previous misunderstanding
After reading the article again, she realized how the theory applied.
verb:to cause something planned or imagined to happen or exist
The engineers realized the design plans into a functional prototype.
verb:earn or obtain as a specified amount or result
The auction realized over two million dollars for the charity.
verb:to recognize the significance or value of something
He didn't realize the importance of regular exercise until his health declined.
