Definition

To become real or to take a physical form, often as if it appeared suddenly or unexpectedly.

Example

The magician made the rabbit materialise out of thin air.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Do you think our plans will actually materialise this weekend?

I hope so! It would be great to finally hang out.

Yeah, I mean, we’ve been talking about it for ages and it should materialise soon.

Exactly! Let's just make sure we stick to the schedule.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Materialise → It is formed from "material" (from Latin "materialis", meaning pertaining to matter) and "-ise" (a suffix used to form verbs). The word "materialise" means to make something become real or to take on physical form, as if it were made of matter.

Memory Tip

Think of 'material' which relates to matter, and remember that to 'materialise' means to make something real or to give it a physical form.

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