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mobilized

 

[ ˈmoʊbɪˌlaɪzd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

military usage

Mobilized refers to the process of preparing and organizing troops for active service. It can involve the assembly of military forces and their readiness for deployment. This term is commonly used in contexts related to war or national defense efforts.

Synonyms

activated, assembled, deployed, organized

Examples of usage

  • The president mobilized the troops for the upcoming conflict.
  • During World War II, many countries mobilized their resources to support the war.
  • The swift mobilization of forces was essential to counter the threat.
Context #2 | Verb

general usage

Mobilized can also refer to the act of rallying individuals or groups to take action in various contexts. This includes social movements, community efforts, or any situation where people are called to come together for a purpose.

Synonyms

activated, coordinated, gathered, rallied

Examples of usage

  • The organization mobilized volunteers for the charity event.
  • Activists mobilized the community to demand change.
  • They successfully mobilized support for the local initiative.

Translations

Translations of the word "mobilized" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mobilizado

🇮🇳 सक्रिय किया गया

🇩🇪 mobilisiert

🇮🇩 dimobilisasi

🇺🇦 мобілізований

🇵🇱 zmobilizowany

🇯🇵 動員された

🇫🇷 mobilisé

🇪🇸 movilizado

🇹🇷 harekete geçirilmiş

🇰🇷 동원된

🇸🇦 مُجنَّد

🇨🇿 mobilizovaný

🇸🇰 mobilizovaný

🇨🇳 动员的

🇸🇮 mobiliziran

🇮🇸 mobilizeraður

🇰🇿 мобилизацияланған

🇬🇪 მობილიზებული

🇦🇿 mobilizə olunmuş

🇲🇽 movilizado

Etymology

The term 'mobilized' derives from the Latin word 'mobilis', which means 'movable' or 'capable of movement'. The concept began to be used in the military context during the 19th century and became more prominent during the World Wars, where rapid mobilization of forces was crucial to military strategy. The ability to quickly assemble troops and resources became a defining feature of modern warfare. Over time, the term expanded beyond military use to describe any organized effort that brings people together for a common cause, reflecting its broader implications in social, political, and community movements.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #13,564, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.