Urbanization: meaning, definitions and examples

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urbanization

 

[ ˌərbənɪˈzeɪʃn ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

city development

The process of making an area more urban in character, usually by the development of infrastructure, buildings, and transportation networks.

Synonyms

city growth, metropolitan expansion, urban development

Examples of usage

  • Urbanization has led to an increase in population density in many cities.
  • The rapid urbanization of the area has caused traffic congestion and pollution.
Context #2 | Noun

societal change

The transformation of a society from a rural to an urban one, involving changes in social, economic, and cultural aspects.

Synonyms

urban migration, urban shift, urban transformation

Examples of usage

  • Urbanization is often accompanied by shifts in lifestyle and employment opportunities.
  • The impact of urbanization on traditional communities can be significant.

Translations

Translations of the word "urbanization" in other languages:

🇵🇹 urbanização

🇮🇳 शहरीकरण

🇩🇪 Urbanisierung

🇮🇩 urbanisasi

🇺🇦 урбанізація

🇵🇱 urbanizacja

🇯🇵 都市化 (としか)

🇫🇷 urbanisation

🇪🇸 urbanización

🇹🇷 kentleşme

🇰🇷 도시화 (도시화)

🇸🇦 تحضر

🇨🇿 urbanizace

🇸🇰 urbanizácia

🇨🇳 城市化 (chéngshìhuà)

🇸🇮 urbanizacija

🇮🇸 borgarmenning

🇰🇿 урбанизация

🇬🇪 ურბანიზაცია

🇦🇿 urbanizasiya

🇲🇽 urbanización

Etymology

The term 'urbanization' originated in the early 20th century as cities began to grow rapidly due to industrialization and population migration from rural areas to urban centers. The process of urbanization has been a significant global trend, with more people living in cities than in rural areas. Urbanization has resulted in both opportunities and challenges, shaping modern societies and economies.

See also: suburban.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #12,833, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.