unionization

noun

union·​i·​za·​tion ˌyün-yə-nə-ˈzā-shən 

1

: the quality or state of being unionized

2

: the action of unionizing

Examples of unionization in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Critics have argued that Amazon relies on this business model to skirt liability for workplace injuries and poor working conditions, all while avoiding unionization. — Glenn Taylor, Footwear News, 13 Aug. 2026

As Sportico has detailed, there are hurdles to college athlete employment and unionization, including in states where public university employees are barred or restricted by state laws and university system charters. — Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 11 Aug. 2026

The union claims the reductions are in response to the unionization. — Nina Metz, Chicago Tribune, 7 Aug. 2026

Today’s landscape is a far cry from the past, when some of the first notable unionization efforts began in college sports. — Pj Green, Kansas City Star, 2 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1892, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Rhymes for unionization

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