Realize

verb

1. To make real; to convert from the imaginary or fictitious into reality; to bring into real existence

   "The objectives of the project were never fully realized."

2. To become aware of (a fact or situation, especially of something that has been true for a long time).

   "He realized that he had left his umbrella on the train."

3. To cause to seem real; to sense vividly or strongly; to make one's own in thought or experience.
4. To acquire as an actual possession; to obtain as the result of plans and efforts; to gain; to get

   "to realize large profits from a speculation"

5. To convert any kind of property into money, especially property representing investments, such as shares, bonds, etc.

   "By realizing the company's assets, the liquidator was able to return most of the shareholders' investments."