actualisation
Noun: 1. The process of making something real or concrete; the act of realizing or bringing into existence. It refers to the action of converting a plan, idea, or potential into a tangible reality or fact. 2. The state of being given the appearance of reality or being made actual. It can describe the result of this process, where something abstract becomes manifested.
The word "actualisation" is primarily used in formal, academic, or psychological contexts. It describes the transition from potentiality to reality. * In psychology, it is often linked to concepts of personal growth and fulfillment. * In business or project management, it refers to the implementation phase of a strategy or idea. * It is a more formal synonym for "realization" or "actualization" (the more common spelling in American English).
- The actualisation of the architect's vision took three years of construction.
- Her journey of self-discovery led to the actualisation of her true potential.
- The project's success depended on the effective actualisation of the proposed plan.
- For many artists, the actualisation of their creative idea is the most rewarding part.
- Self-actualisation: A psychological term popularized by Abraham Maslow, referring to the realization or fulfillment of one's talents and potentialities, seen as a drive or need present in everyone.
- In philosophy: The term can be used in contrast with "potentiality," discussing how things come into being.
- Actualize (verb): To make real or concrete.
- Actual (adjective): Existing in fact; real.
- Actuality (noun): The state of existing in reality.
- Realization (noun): A common synonym for the process of achieving something desired or anticipated.
- Realization
- Fulfillment
- Implementation
- Materialization
- Consummation
- Effectuation
- Potentiality
- Idea
- Concept
- Abstraction
- Failure (to realize)
- making real or giving the appearance of reality