industrialize
Translation
to industrialise
Examples
The government wants to industrialize the region.
The government wants to industrialise the region.
The country began to industrialize in the 19th century.
The country began to industrialise in the 19th century.
Grammar Patterns
to industrialize ((sth.)) The government wants to industrialize the region.
to industrialize The country began to industrialize.
Similar Words
Synonyms: develop, modernize, mechanize
Etymology
From 'industrial' + '-ize', a verb-forming suffix meaning 'to make' or 'to become'. To make something industrial.
Memory Tips
The suffix '-ize' often means 'to make something into...'. So, 'industrialize' is 'to make into an industry'.