mobilized
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈmoʊbɪlaɪzd/
KK: /ˈmoʊbɪlaɪzd/
adjective
Definition
Describing something that has been prepared or organized for action, especially in a military context.
Example
The troops were mobilized quickly to respond to the emergency situation.
Conversation
Did you hear about the new program for mobilized troops?
Yeah, I think it's great they are supporting them more.
I agree, it's important to have resources for mobilized forces.
Absolutely, they deserve all the help they can get.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
activated
deployed
prepared
Antonyms
immobilized
static
unprepared
verb
Definition
To prepare and organize resources or people for action, especially in a military context.
Example
The government mobilized troops to assist in disaster relief efforts.
Tense Forms
Past: mobilized
Past Participle: mobilized
Conversation
Did you hear how the community mobilized to help during the crisis?
Yeah, it was amazing to see everyone come together like that.
I know, right? It really showed how strong we can be when we work as a team.
Root Explanation
Mobilized → It is formed from "mobilis" (from Latin, meaning movable) and the suffix "-ize" (meaning to make or to cause to be). The word "mobilized" means to make something movable or to prepare and organize for action.
Memory Tip
Think of making something 'movable' ('mobilis') — that's why 'mobilized' means to prepare something for action.
Visually Confused Words
unmobilized
remobilize
immobilize
demobilize