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Colonized: meaning, definitions and examples

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colonized

 

[ ˈkɒl.ə.naɪzd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

historical context

Colonized refers to the act of establishing control over a foreign territory, often involving the settlement of people from the colonizing nation. It typically includes the subjugation and exploitation of the local population and resources. This process can lead to significant cultural, economic, and social changes in the colonized area. Colonization has played a major role in shaping global history and geography, sometimes leading to conflict and resistance from indigenous peoples.

Synonyms

exploited, occupied, settled

Examples of usage

  • Many indigenous tribes were colonized by European nations.
  • The Americas were colonized primarily by Spain, France, and England.
  • The impacts of colonized territories are still felt today.
  • After being colonized, the local culture transformed dramatically.

Translations

Translations of the word "colonized" in other languages:

🇵🇹 colonizado

🇮🇳 उपनिवेशित

🇩🇪 kolonisiert

🇮🇩 terkolonisasi

🇺🇦 колонізований

🇵🇱 kolonizowany

🇯🇵 植民地化された

🇫🇷 colonisé

🇪🇸 colonizado

🇹🇷 sömürgeleştirilmiş

🇰🇷 식민지화된

🇸🇦 مستعمر

🇨🇿 kolonizovaný

🇸🇰 kolonizovaný

🇨🇳 被殖民的

🇸🇮 koloniziran

🇮🇸 nýlendur

🇰🇿 колонияланған

🇬🇪 კოლონიზებული

🇦🇿 kolonizə olunmuş

🇲🇽 colonizado

Word origin

The term 'colonize' derives from the Latin word 'colonia', which means 'farm' or 'settlement'. It initially referred to the practice of establishing farming settlements in conquered territories during ancient times. The modern use of 'colonize' emerged in the 17th and 18th centuries as European powers expanded their empires through maritime exploration and conquest. Colonization was often motivated by the desire for new resources, land, and spread of culture and religion. The implications of colonization have been profound, leading to significant geopolitical changes, cultural exchanges, and sometimes violent conflicts. Over time, the legacy of colonization has influenced international relations and discussions surrounding postcolonialism.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #16,583, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.