mobilization

noun

mo·​bi·​li·​za·​tion ˌmō-bə-lə-ˈzā-shən 

1

: the act of mobilizing

2

: the state of being mobilized

Synonyms of mobilization

• rallying
• rally

Examples of mobilization in a Sentence

called for the prompt mobilization of all national resources to combat the deadly epidemic

Recent Examples on the Web

Fears of a new mobilization would also trigger alarm across Europe, which has become increasingly worried about an escalating conflict with Russia. — Brady Knox, The Washington Examiner, 20 Sep. 2026

Russian social media channels have been rife with rumors of a further mobilization post-elections to shore up Russia’s manpower in Ukraine – something the Kremlin vehemently denies. — Zahra Ullah, CNN Money, 18 Sep. 2026

Officials have said the measures should not be considered a general military mobilization or large-scale buildup, as they are intended specifically to reinforce and secure border infrastructure. — Anna Noryskiewicz, CBS News, 18 Sep. 2026

The Kremlin has repeatedly denied plans for compulsory mobilization. — Sam Meredith,anniek Bao, CNBC, 17 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1799, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing mobilization

• counter-mobilization

Rhymes for mobilization

• abbreviation
• abomination
• acceleration
• accentuation
• accommodation
• accreditation
• acculturation
• accumulation
• acetylation
• adjudication
• administration
• adulteration

Medical Definition

mobilization

noun

mo·​bi·​li·​za·​tion

variants also British mobilisation

ˌmō-bə-lə-ˈzā-shən 

1

: the act or process of mobilizing

mobilization of glycogen

2

: the state of being mobilized