colonization
2 synonyms and 0 antonyms for colonization, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The act of settling and taking control of a territory, especially one already inhabited by another people.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use colonization
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From colonize plus the noun suffix -ation.
Full origin of colonization →Frequently asked questions
What does “colonization” mean?
The word “colonization” means the act of settling and taking control of a territory, especially one already inhabited by another people. In plain terms, the historical process of a country moving in, settling, and taking over another land and its people.
How do you pronounce “colonization”?
“Colonization” is pronounced kaw-luh-nih-ZEHY-shuhn (/kɔlənɪˈzɛjʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “colonization” in a sentence?
Here is “colonization” used in a sentence: “The colonization of the Americas reshaped the continent's population and cultures forever.”
What part of speech is “colonization”?
“Colonization” is a noun.
Is “colonization” a common word?
“Colonization” is an uncommon word in modern English.