Gematerialiseerde

Gematerialiseerde is a Dutch word that translates to "materialized" in English. It describes the process or state of something becoming tangible, having form, or existing in a physical state. This can apply to a wide range of contexts, from abstract concepts taking on concrete form to objects appearing as if from nowhere.

In a more literal sense, "gematerialiseerde" can refer to the manifestation of physical objects. For instance, in science fiction or fantasy narratives, characters or items might be described as gematerialiseerde, implying they have transitioned from a non-physical to a physical state. This often involves technological or magical means.

The term can also be used metaphorically. An idea, a plan, or a dream might be described as "gematerialiseerd" when it has been successfully brought into reality. It signifies the point where something that existed only in thought or imagination has now become a concrete, observable entity. For example, a business plan that has led to a successful company could be said to have gematerialiseerd.

The etymology of the word can be traced back to "materie," meaning matter or substance, and the verb "materiële," meaning to make material. Therefore, "gematerialiseerde" inherently carries the sense of becoming part of the material world. It emphasizes the shift from an immaterial to a material existence, whether that is a literal physical appearance or the realization of an abstract concept.