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

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

This popularity can, perhaps be attributed to a consumer desire for individuality amidst a mass culture of homogenization. —Stephanie Hirschmiller, Forbes.com, 27 Apr. 2025

The alternative is nothing less than a gradual homogenization of our cultural landscape, where machine learning flattens the richness of human expression into a mediocre statistical average. —ArsTechnica, 25 Apr. 2025

The aim is to balance cost-saving synergies, with a goal of saving $500 million annually, and avoid homogenization that could dilute the chains’ luxury appeal. —Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 25 Apr. 2025

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