mobilization
gb/mˌoʊbəlɪzˈeɪʃən/ us/mˌoʊbəlɪzˈeɪʃən/
B2
Inglês
~ 9200
Aceções
0 aceções
Nome
formal
B2
action
1
organizing people or resources for action
The process of bringing many people or resources together and getting them ready to act for a goal, especially in politics, society, or a big project.
Padrão de uso:
the mobilization of [people/resources] for [goal]
Erro comum:
Learners sometimes confuse "mobilization" with "mobility." "Mobilization" is about organizing people or resources to act; "mobility" is about how easily someone or something can move. Learners also sometimes say *"a mobilization people"* instead of *"the mobilization of people."* Always use the preposition "of": "the mobilization of voters," "mobilization of resources."
Sinónimos
organizing (More general; does not always suggest large scale or urgency.)
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activation (Focuses on starting action, less on planning and structure.)
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rallying (Adds a stronger emotional tone of inspiring people to act.)
Antónimos
demobilization (Specifically the process of breaking down or ending organized action, especially after a campaign or emergency.)
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inactivity (Describes the state of not acting or not being organized to act.)
Colocações
mass mobilization
|voter mobilization
|grassroots mobilization
|community mobilization
|resource mobilization
|social mobilization
Temas
politics
|society
|business
|work
|core_vocabulary
Exemplos
- The protest was the result of weeks of careful mobilization by student groups.
- Online mobilization helped the charity raise thousands of dollars in just a few days.
- Community mobilization will be essential if we want this recycling program to succeed.
- The campaign’s success depended on the rapid mobilization of volunteers across the country.
- Effective mobilization of local resources can make disaster response much faster.
Exemplos para aprendentes
- The group worked on the mobilization of volunteers for the event.
- Social media played a big role in the mobilization of supporters.
- We need better mobilization of people if we want real change.
- Mobilization of money and time is needed to finish the project.
unknown
technical
C1
action
2
preparing armed forces for war
The official process of getting an army and its equipment ready for war or a big emergency.
Padrão de uso:
the mobilization of [troops/forces/resources]
Erro comum:
Learners may mix this meaning with general social or political mobilization. If the subject is "troops," "army," "navy," or a "war," it is usually the military sense. Also, do not use it as a verb form here; say "the mobilization of troops," not *"the troops mobilization."*
Sinónimos
call-up (More informal; usually refers specifically to calling soldiers into active service.)
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deployment (Focuses more on positioning forces, not the whole preparation process.)
Antónimos
demobilization (The process of standing down forces and sending soldiers back to civilian life.)
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disarmament (Emphasizes reducing or removing weapons, often as a long-term policy.)
Colocações
troop mobilization
|full mobilization
|partial mobilization
|military mobilization
|war mobilization
Temas
military
|politics
|history
|law
Exemplos
- The sudden mobilization of troops along the border raised fears of a wider conflict.
- Under the new law, the president can order a general mobilization in times of war.
- Rapid mobilization of military and medical units was crucial after the earthquake.
- Historians still debate whether the early mobilization actually prevented an invasion.
- Partial mobilization was announced, affecting mainly reservists with prior combat experience.
Exemplos para aprendentes
- The country began mobilization after the attack.
- Mobilization of troops started early in the morning.
- The government ordered full mobilization for the war.
- Mobilization took several days because the army was not ready.
Nome
technical
C1
action
3
restoring movement to body parts
In medical care, helping a person start moving again or move better, for example after surgery or a long illness.
Padrão de uso:
early mobilization of [patient/body part]
Erro comum:
Learners may not realize that in medical texts, "mobilization" often refers only to movement of the body, not to social or political action. Also, note the spelling: some texts use "mobilisation" in British English.
Sinónimos
rehabilitation (Broader; includes many steps of recovery, not only movement.)
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physiotherapy (Refers to the treatment method or profession, not just the specific process of getting something moving.)
Antónimos
immobilization (The deliberate holding of a body part still, often with a cast or brace.)
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bed rest (A treatment approach that keeps the patient from moving much or at all.)
Colocações
early mobilization
|joint mobilization
|passive mobilization
|postoperative mobilization
Temas
health
|medicine
|body
Exemplos
- Early mobilization after surgery can reduce the risk of blood clots.
- The therapist focused on gentle shoulder mobilization to improve the patient’s range of motion.
- Postoperative mobilization was delayed due to complications with her breathing.
- Joint mobilization techniques were used to treat his chronic knee stiffness.
Exemplos para aprendentes
- Early mobilization helps patients recover faster.
- The doctor ordered mobilization of the leg the next day.
- Mobilization of the shoulder is painful but important.
- The nurse helps with the mobilization of older patients.
Nome
formal
C1
action
4
making money or resources usable
The act of collecting and preparing money or materials so they can be used for a plan or project.
Padrão de uso:
the mobilization of [funds/capital/resources] for [project]
Erro comum:
Learners may confuse this meaning with general social mobilization. Here the object is usually money, capital, or resources, not people. In writing, keep the pattern "mobilization of funds/resources," not *"mobilization funds."*
Sinónimos
fundraising (Focuses on getting money, usually from donors; less about organizing its later use.)
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allocation (About deciding where resources go, not necessarily gathering them first.)
Antónimos
withholding (Keeping resources back instead of making them available.)
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hoarding (Keeping resources unused and stored, often secretly or selfishly.)
Colocações
capital mobilization
|financial mobilization
|resource mobilization
|domestic resource mobilization
Temas
economics
|business
|finance
|work
Exemplos
- Effective mobilization of domestic resources is key to long-term economic growth.
- The project failed due to poor mobilization of funds from private investors.
- The report outlines strategies for the mobilization of capital for green energy.
- International agencies support the mobilization of local resources rather than long-term aid.
Exemplos para aprendentes
- The bank helped with the mobilization of capital for the new factory.
- Mobilization of funds is the first step in the plan.
- Better mobilization of local resources can reduce costs.
- The company focuses on the mobilization of money and skills for new projects.
Gramática
Forma de dicionário
mobilization
IPA
GB/mˌoʊbəlɪzˈeɪʃən/
US/mˌoʊbəlɪzˈeɪʃən/
Sílabas e acento
mo - bil - iz - a - tion (5 sílabas)
Stress on 4th syllable (a)
Formas da palavra
Noun
- Base: mobilization
- Plural: mobilization, mobilizations
Família de palavras
Expressões
early mobilization
1/ˈɚli mˌoʊbəlɪzˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
technical
starting patient movement early
In medical care, helping a patient begin to move again very soon after surgery or serious illness.
Exemplos
- Early mobilization after hip surgery reduces the risk of complications.
- The hospital’s protocol includes early mobilization for all intensive care patients.
- Nurses play a key role in early mobilization on the ward.
emergency mobilization
1/ɪmˈɚd͡ʒənsi mˌoʊbəlɪzˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
rapid organizing in a crisis
Quickly bringing together people and resources to deal with a sudden serious problem, like a natural disaster or attack.
Exemplos
- The government ordered an emergency mobilization of medical staff after the explosion.
- Emergency mobilization of volunteers helped provide food and shelter within hours.
- The plan describes steps for emergency mobilization during a major power failure.
full mobilization
1/fˈʊl mˌoʊbəlɪzˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
using all people or resources
A situation where almost all people or resources that are available are prepared and used for a big effort, often in war or a crisis.
Exemplos
- The president declared full mobilization after the attack.
- Full mobilization of staff and equipment allowed the hospital to handle the surge in patients.
- Some analysts warned that full mobilization would damage the economy.
grassroots mobilization
1/ɡɹˈæsɹˈuts mˌoʊbəlɪzˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
local people organizing for action
Organizing regular people at the local level to act together for a cause, rather than only working through leaders or big organizations.
Exemplos
- The campaign relied on grassroots mobilization instead of expensive TV ads.
- Grassroots mobilization helped residents stop the closure of the local clinic.
- Activists say real change will only come through grassroots mobilization.
mass mobilization
1/mˈæs mˌoʊbəlɪzˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
large-scale organizing of people
Organizing a very large number of people to act together for a cause or goal.
Exemplos
- The protests were the result of mass mobilization on social media.
- Mass mobilization will be needed to change the government’s policy.
- Environmental groups are planning a day of mass mobilization across the country.
partial mobilization
1/pˈɑɹʃəl mˌoʊbəlɪzˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
limited preparation of people or resources
A situation where only some of the people or resources are called up and prepared, often in a military or emergency context.
Exemplos
- The government announced a partial mobilization of reservists.
- Partial mobilization was seen as a warning rather than a declaration of full war.
- To avoid panic, officials spoke only of partial mobilization of emergency services.
troop mobilization
1/tɹˈup mˌoʊbəlɪzˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
technical
preparing and moving military troops
The process of getting soldiers and military equipment ready and moving them for war or a possible fight.
Exemplos
- Satellite images suggested a large-scale troop mobilization near the border.
- Troop mobilization continued despite international calls for de-escalation.
- The government denied reports of secret troop mobilization in the region.
voter mobilization
1/vˈoʊtɚ mˌoʊbəlɪzˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
getting more people to vote
Efforts to contact and encourage people who can vote so that they actually go and vote in an election.
Exemplos
- The party invested heavily in voter mobilization in key districts.
- Community groups ran a voter mobilization campaign focused on young people.
- Strong voter mobilization can change the result of a close election.