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Materializing: meaning, definitions and examples

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materializing

 

[ mΙ™ΛˆtΙͺΙ™riΙ™laΙͺzΙͺΕ‹ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

process of becoming

Materializing refers to the act of becoming real or concrete, often after having been abstract or non-physical. It can describe an idea or plan that comes into existence or appears in physical form.

Synonyms

actualizing, appearing, emerging, manifesting, realizing

Examples of usage

  • The plans for the new building are finally materializing.
  • Her dreams of success seemed to be materializing before her eyes.
  • The fog began materializing into a dense mist.
  • The project is materializing into something amazing.

Etymology

The term 'materializing' stems from the root word 'materialize', which first appeared in the early 19th century. Its origin can be traced back to the Latin word 'materialis', meaning 'pertaining to matter', derived from 'materia', which means 'matter' or 'substance'. The prefix 'mate' references the physical or tangible aspects, while the suffix 'alize' indicates the transformation into a certain state or form. Over time, 'materialize' has evolved from its earliest uses in physical contexts to encompass broader meanings such as the realization of ideas, concepts, and plans into tangible existence. The continuous evolution of the word reflects societal changes in how we perceive reality and manifestation.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #33,299 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.