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realizes

[/ˈriːəlaɪzɪz/]
verb
percebe, realiza, concretiza
1. becomes aware of; understands or recognizes something
She suddenly realizes the truth about the situation.
Ela de repente percebe a verdade sobre a situação.
2. achieves or accomplishes a goal, dream, or plan
He finally realizes his dream of becoming a doctor.
Ele finalmente realiza seu sonho de se tornar um médico.
3. converts something into money; sells or liquidates assets
The company realizes a profit from the sale.
A empresa realiza um lucro com a venda.
Synonyms
understandsrecognizesachievesaccomplishesgraspscomprehends
Antonyms
ignoresoverlooksmissesfails

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
percebe, realiza
both forms are commonly used in Brazil
Portugal
apercebe-se, realiza
Portuguese Portuguese often uses 'aperceber-se' for the awareness meaning

Related Idioms & Phrases

realize one's potential - atingir seu potencial
realize a profit - obter lucro
come to realize - chegar a perceber
suddenly realizes - de repente percebe
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