mobilise
6 synonyms and 3 antonyms for mobilise, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To organize and prepare people or resources for action, especially military action.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use mobilise
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
mobilise troops
mobilise support
mobilise resources
Etymology
From French "mobiliser," built on the same root as "mobile."
Full origin of mobilise →Frequently asked questions
What does “mobilise” mean?
The word “mobilise” means to organize and prepare people or resources for action, especially military action. In plain terms, to get people, troops, or resources organized and ready to act.
How do you pronounce “mobilise”?
“Mobilise” is pronounced MOH-bih-lyz (/ˈməʊbɪlaɪz/ in IPA).
How do you use “mobilise” in a sentence?
Here is “mobilise” used in a sentence: “The government moved to mobilise reserve troops along the border.”
What is the opposite of “mobilise”?
The opposite of “mobilise” — its antonyms — are stabilise, fix and demobilise.
What part of speech is “mobilise”?
“Mobilise” is a verb.
Where does the word “mobilise” come from?
The word “mobilise” comes from French. From French "mobiliser," built on the same root as "mobile.".
Related words
mobilisation
