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materialised

 

[ məˈtɪəriəlaɪzd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

appearance, emergence

To materialise means to become real or actual. Often used in contexts where something is expected or anticipated to appear and then does so. It suggests that an abstract idea, plan, or desire has taken a concrete form. This term can also imply a sudden or unexpected appearance. Additionally, it can be used in spiritual contexts where a spirit or idea is said to take on physical form.

Synonyms

appear, come to fruition, emerge, take shape

Examples of usage

  • The plans for the project finally materialised.
  • Her dreams of becoming an artist materialised after years of dedication.
  • The ghost materialised in front of the audience.
  • The new technology materialised just in time for the launch.

Translations

Translations of the word "materialised" in other languages:

🇵🇹 materializado

🇮🇳 साकार

🇩🇪 materialisiert

🇮🇩 materialisasi

🇺🇦 матеріалізований

🇵🇱 materializowany

🇯🇵 具現化された

🇫🇷 matérialisé

🇪🇸 materializado

🇹🇷 somutlaşmış

🇰🇷 구현된

🇸🇦 مادي

🇨🇿 materializovaný

🇸🇰 materializovaný

🇨🇳 物化的

🇸🇮 materializiran

🇮🇸 efnisstofa

🇰🇿 материалданған

🇬🇪 მატერიალიზებული

🇦🇿 materializə olunmuş

🇲🇽 materializado

Etymology

The term 'materialise' derives from the medieval Latin word 'materialis', meaning 'of matter'. Over time, it evolved in English to capture the notion of taking on a physical form. The verb form began to emerge in the 19th century, gaining traction in various contexts, particularly in literary and spiritual writings. The prefix 'mater-' relates to matter or substance, indicating a transition from an intangible idea to something perceivable by the senses. In contemporary usage, 'materialise' often conveys a sense of bringing to life hopes or visions, as well as a physical appearance in more mystical or supernatural narratives. It reflects a broader cultural fascination with the intersection of the tangible and intangible, emphasizing the significance of manifestation in human experience.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #29,786, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.