Synonyms: materialisation, materialization, offspring
Definition: something that comes into existence as a result
Usage: industrialism prepared the way for acceptance of the French Revolution's various socialistic offspring; this skyscraper is the solid materialization of his efforts
Similar words: effect, consequence, event, issue, result, outcome, upshot
Definition: a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon
Usage: the magnetic effect was greater when the rod was lengthwise; his decision had depressing consequences for business; he acted very wise after the event
Synonyms: manifestation, materialisation, materialization
Definition: an appearance in bodily form (as of a disembodied spirit)
Similar words: appearance
Definition: the event of coming into sight
Synonyms: materialisation, materialization
Definition: the process of coming into being; becoming reality
Usage: the materialization of her dream
Similar words: natural action, natural process, action, activity
Definition: a process existing in or produced by nature (rather than by the intent of human beings)
Usage: the action of natural forces; volcanic activity