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

Therefore, using the Virgin of Guadalupe’s image was the perfect method to create enthusiasm and mobilization among the community. —Paula Soria, AZCentral.com, 11 Dec. 2025

In America and parts of Europe, Jews experienced emancipation and economic mobilization and sought ways to integrate into their local national communities. —Joshua Shanes, The Conversation, 11 Dec. 2025

The cost of recruiting new volunteers is soaring, while the Kremlin still fears the social repercussions of a mass mobilization. —Thomas Graham, Foreign Affairs, 10 Dec. 2025

This focus on on-the-ground mobilization stands out given the increasing attention devoted to online campaigning over the past 15 years. —Stuart Soroka, Fortune, 10 Dec. 2025

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