materialization

[ muh-teer-ee-uh-lahy-zey-shuhn ]

noun

1. the act or state of coming into existence or being given material form:

   Their plan looks good on paper, but its materialization might be difficult.

2. Usually . Spiritualism. the physical appearance of a spirit, or the physical evidence of a spirit's presence.

Other Words From

• re·ma·te·ri·al·i·za·tion noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of materialization¹

First recorded in 1805–15; materialize ( def ) + -ation ( def )

Example Sentences

Memes are the materialization of vibes, the innate wisdom of a feeling, the idea that when you know, you know.

From Salon

However, the researchers establish that the most dominant factor in the materialization of these freak waves is what is known as "linear superposition."

From Science Daily

“Japan’s economy is likely to continue recovering moderately for the time being, supported by factors such as the materialization of pent-up demand” after the pandemic, the Bank of Japan said in a policy statement.

From Seattle Times

“They are the materialization of an autonomous and collectivized claiming of the right to look.”

From Los Angeles Times

Which is to say, this was a precious, anticipated, frankly anxious affair — the materialization of a beloved and mercurial performer moving from the chimerical to the literal.

From New York Times

Related Words

• attainment
• fruition
• realization