expropriation
Translation
expropriation, dispossession, seizure
Examples
The expropriation of the land was controversial.
The expropriation of the land was controversial.
He faced the expropriation of his assets.
He faced the expropriation of his assets.
Grammar Patterns
((the expropriation of sth.)) the action of taking property from its owner The expropriation of private property is a serious matter.
Similar Words
Synonyms: confiscation, seizure, requisition
Etymology
From the verb 'expropriate' + the suffix '-ation', which denotes an action or process.
Memory Tips
This is the noun form of 'to expropriate'. It's the act of making something 'ex-property'.