Basic Details
Word: Realisation
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: The moment you understand something clearly or make it become real.
Synonyms: Understanding, comprehension, awareness
Antonyms: Ignorance, misunderstanding
Idioms and Phrases
- To come to a realisation: To suddenly understand something important. Example: "After many months, she finally came to a realisation about her true feelings."
- Realisation dawns: When a sudden understanding becomes clear. Example: "As he looked over the facts, the realisation dawned that he had made a mistake."
Usage Examples
Example 1: After hours of studying, her realisation about the topic helped her answer the exam questions.
Example 2: The realisation that he could travel the world inspired him to save money for his adventure.
Example 3: The team's realisation of their strengths led them to work better together.
Fun Fact
The word "realisation" is derived from the Latin word "realizare", which means to make real or actualize. In British English, it is spelled with an 's', while in American English, it's spelled "realization" with a 'z'.
Famous Quote
"The first step toward change is awareness. The second step is acceptance." Nathaniel Branden
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "realisation" mean?
a) A type of fiction
b) The moment you understand something clearly
c) A musical performance
d) A cooking method
Answer: b) The moment you understand something clearly
2. Which of these is a synonym of "realisation"?
a) Confusion
b) Comprehension
c) Forgetfulness
d) Surprise
Answer: b) Comprehension
3. Which of the following is an antonym of "realisation"?
a) Awareness
b) Ignorance
c) Discovery
d) Insight
Answer: b) Ignorance
4. Which sentence uses "realisation" correctly?
a) He had a realisation when he realised where he left his keys.
b) She celebrated her birthday with a realisation.
c) The realisation of a famous dish was delicious.
d) The realisation of the book was hard to read.
Answer: a) He had a realisation when he realised where he left his keys.
5. Which idiom means having a sudden understanding?
a) To miss the point
b) To come to a realisation
c) To take it in stride
d) To beat around the bush
Answer: b) To come to a realisation
