suburbanization
Translation
suburbanisation
Examples
The suburbanization of America happened after World War II.
The suburbanisation of America happened after World War II.
Suburbanization leads to increased car dependency.
Suburbanisation leads to increased car dependency.
Grammar Patterns
((suburbanization)) the process of people moving from cities to suburbs The suburbanization of the country is a major trend.
Similar Words
Synonyms: urban sprawl; Antonyms: urbanization
Etymology
From 'sub-' (near) + 'urban' (city) + '-ization' (process of making). The process of creating areas near a city.
Memory Tips
Think of 'sub' as being 'under' or 'outside' the main 'urban' area.