godan verb (-ru), intransitive verb
come to realize; become aware of
Describes arriving at a realization after thinking deeply or considering something carefully. Often used when the realization is significant or comes after a process of reflection.
彼の言葉の真意にようやく思い至った。
I finally came to realize the true meaning of his words.
その問題の
It took time before I became aware of the importance of that issue.