noun Uncommon

colonization

kaw-luh-nih-ZEHY-shuhn

Colonization (noun) means the act of settling and taking control of a territory, especially one already inhabited by another people. Example: “The colonization of the Americas reshaped the continent's population and cultures forever.”

noun

The act of settling and taking control of a territory, especially one already inhabited by another people.

"The colonization of the Americas reshaped the continent's population and cultures forever."

"Historians study the colonization of the Pacific islands by various European powers."

How to Use Colonization

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe historical process of a country moving in, settling, and taking over another land and its people.

Common pairings

colonization of european colonization the effects of colonization

Word Forms

colonizations plural

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Etymology

From colonize plus the noun suffix -ation.

Rhymes for colonization

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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.