Definition

To place a private organization or entity under the control or authority of the government.

Example

The new policy aims to governmentalize several industries to ensure better regulation.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear about the plans to governmentalize the local transportation system?

Yeah, I saw that! It could really change how we get around.

I wonder if it will actually improve things or just make it more complicated.

Good point! Sometimes, government control can make things less efficient.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Governmentalize → It is formed from "government" (from Old French *governer*, meaning to direct or control) and the suffix "-alize" (meaning to make or to become). The word "governmentalize" means to make something governmental or to bring it under the control of a government.

Memory Tip

Think of 'government' as the act of directing or controlling, and '-alize' means to make something. So, governmentalize means to make something governmental.

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