Definition

The process where more people move from the countryside to cities, leading to the growth and development of urban areas.

Example

Urbanization has led to significant changes in the way people live and work in cities.

Conversation

Have you noticed the rapid urbanization happening in our town?

Yeah, it's crazy how many new buildings are popping up everywhere.

I wonder how this will affect the local community over time.

Definitely, it could change the whole vibe of the place.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Urbanization → It is formed from "urban" (from Latin "urbanus", meaning of or pertaining to a city) and "-ization" (a suffix used to form nouns indicating a process or action). The word "urbanization" refers to the process of making an area more city-like or the increase in the population of people living in cities.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'urban' which relates to cities, and the suffix '-ization' which indicates a process. This helps you remember that urbanization is the process of making areas more city-like.

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