legalization
Translation
legalization
Examples
There are debates about the legalization of drugs.
There are debates about the legalization of drugs.
Grammar Patterns
((the legalization)) ((of sth.)) the process of making (sth.) legal - They discussed the legalization of marijuana.
Similar Words
Synonyms: decriminalization, legitimization; Antonyms: prohibition, ban
Etymology
From 'legal' + '-ize' (to make) + '-ation' (the process of). The process of making something legal.
Memory Tips
Break it down: legal-ize-ation. The '-ation' suffix means 'the process of', so it's the process of making something legal.