mobilization
3 synonyms and 2 antonyms for mobilization, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The act of organizing people or resources and getting them ready for action, especially military action.
Synonyms
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Antonyms
How to use mobilization
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From French mobilisation, built from "mobilize" plus the noun-forming suffix "-ation."
Full origin of mobilization →Frequently asked questions
What does “mobilization” mean?
The word “mobilization” means the act of organizing people or resources and getting them ready for action, especially military action. In plain terms, gathering people or resources and getting everything ready to act, often used for armies but also for any large coordinated effort.
How do you use “mobilization” in a sentence?
Here is “mobilization” used in a sentence: “The general ordered the full mobilization of reserve troops.”
What is the opposite of “mobilization”?
The opposite of “mobilization” — its antonyms — are demobilization and immobilization.
What part of speech is “mobilization”?
“Mobilization” is a noun.
Where does the word “mobilization” come from?
The word “mobilization” comes from French. From French mobilisation, built from "mobilize" plus the noun-forming suffix "-ation.".
Is “mobilization” a common word?
“Mobilization” is an uncommon word in modern English.