materialize Definition
- 1to become real or actual, especially after being only a thought or an idea
- 2to appear suddenly or unexpectedly
Using materialize: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "materialize" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The project finally materialized after months of planning.
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Her dream of becoming a doctor materialized when she got accepted into medical school.
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The car seemed to materialize out of nowhere and almost hit me.
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I've been waiting for this opportunity to materialize for years.
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The solution to the problem materialized in my mind as I was taking a shower.
materialize Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with materialize
to appear suddenly and unexpectedly, seemingly out of nowhere
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The magician made a rabbit materialize out of thin air.
to develop or transform into something tangible or concrete
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The vague idea eventually materialized into a successful business plan.
to make a plan become a reality
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The team worked hard to materialize their plan for a new product launch.
Origins of materialize
from material + -ize, from Late Latin 'materia', meaning 'matter'
Summary: materialize in Brief
The verb 'materialize' [məˈtɪərɪəlaɪz] means to become real or actual, especially after being only a thought or an idea. It can also mean to appear suddenly or unexpectedly. Examples include 'The project finally materialized after months of planning' and 'The car seemed to materialize out of nowhere and almost hit me.' Phrases include 'materialize out of thin air,' 'materialize into something,' and 'materialize a plan.'
