fruition Hear it!

fruition Definition

frui·tion (fro̵̅o̅ is̸h′ən)

noun

  1. a pleasure obtained from using or possessing something; enjoyment

  2. Etymology: by assoc. with fruit

    the bearing of fruit
  3. a coming to fulfillment; realization a book that is the fruition of years of research

Etymology: ME fruicioun < OFr fruition < LL fruitio, enjoyment < frui: see fruit

fruition Synonyms

fruition

n.

achievement, attainment, fulfillment, realization; see achievement 1, success 1, 2.

fruition Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • reach: Trade rounds take a long time to reach fruition.
  • see: We could really see the gradual fruition of a long, nurturing process.
  • near: The next step will be the development of virtual museums, with a most interesting example nearing fruition.
  • find: Hence the demand for nationalization that found fruition in the government of 1945.
  • bear: Tellingly his promise has been to rediscover the channel's old nose for risk, plans that will hopefully bear fruition in 2003.

Preposition: over

year: These plans will come into fruition over the next few years.

Adjective modifier

  • full: Now his evil deed comes to full fruition on the eve of the crucifixion.
  • commercial: Techniques to farm alternative species such as halibut and cod are now reaching commercial fruition and the industry is keen to diversify.

Modifies a noun

  • attainment: The conclusion regarding this issue: The ariyan who has not attained jhåna is not able to enter fruition attainment.
  • quot: To fruition quot standout on majestic scrambling hard to.
  • thank: We are delighted it is now coming to fruition thanks to Hexham residents and local agencies working successfully together in partnership.

Noun used with modifier

reach: Will the ultimate plan of the Master of the Sinners reach fruition?

Preposition: in

  • year: Other Developments The other recommendations were acted upon and all have been brought to fruition in the years up to Roger's retirement.
  • form: This has now come to fruition in the form of the recently launched MoneyAM web site.
  • time: Our task is to sow the seed and leave him who nourishes the hidden seed to bring it to fruition in due time.

Preposition: of

  • year: EPIC ARTS UPDATE: 7th December 2001 was the date that Epic Arts was officially launched - the fruition of 7 years of planning.
  • work: We're pleased to finally announce the fruition of this work: the OFFICIAL WWII Mod for Battlefield Vietnam.
  • plan: The fruition of the plan will aid in efforts to isolate the Old City from the surrounding Arab neighborhoods.
  • project: Mr Caborn said: " I am delighted to hear that today officially marks the fruition of this valuable project.

Preposition: with

help: This has been brought to fruition with the help of Nicolas Shiell who designed the software.