homogenization

noun

ho·​mog·​e·​ni·​za·​tion hō-ˌmä-jə-nə-ˈzā-shən 

hə-

1

: the act or process of homogenizing

2

: the quality or state of being homogenized

Examples of homogenization in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The potential represents a fundamentally different relationship between technology and society — one where artificial intelligence could serve as a medium for cultural expression rather than cultural homogenization. —Cornelia C. Walther, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2025

Armstrong, however, saw a beauty and potential in homogenization that others didn’t. —Joseph Howlett, Quanta Magazine, 16 May 2025

Naturally, intangibles would be part of the company's actual worth., including brand and intellectual property, certification and homogenization, relationships with dealers and distribution, presence in the market, possibility of a resurgence given funding. —New Atlas, 24 Mar. 2025

In real estate, where location, history, and culture are paramount, this homogenization could erode the richness that makes each property and market unique. —Ali Hoss, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024

Word History

Etymology

homogenize + -ation

First Known Use

1908, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for homogenization

• acclimatisation
• acclimatization
• acidification
• actualization
• annualization
• autocorrelation
• autoregulation
• beatification
• beneficiation
• biodegradation
• biotransformation
• bureaucratization

Medical Definition

homogenization

noun

ho·​mog·​e·​ni·​za·​tion

variants also British homogenisation

hō-ˌmäj-ə-nə-ˈzā-shən, hə- 

1

: the quality or state of being homogenized

2

: the act or process of homogenizing