Mobilize — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb /ˈmō-bə-ˌlīz/ mo·bi·lize

Meaning & Definition of Mobilize

Mobilize (verb)

  1. to put into movement or circulation
  2. to release (something stored in the organism) for bodily use
  3. to bring (people) together for action

Mobilize (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to assemble and make ready for action

    "we are prepared to mobilize the troops on very short notice"

    similar: marshal, muster, rally
    related: arrange, group, line up, order, organize, call (up), convene, summon, activate, collect, round up
    opposite: demob (chiefly British), demobilize
    near: disarrange, disorder, disorganize, disrupt, disturb, deactivate, dismiss, break up, disband, dissolve, split (up)

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Mobilize

The most common words with a similar meaning to Mobilize:

marshal, muster, rally

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Mobilize

Words with the opposite meaning of Mobilize:

demob, demobilize

Related Words for Mobilize

arrange, group, line up, order, organize, call (up), convene, summon, activate, collect, round up

Near Antonyms of Mobilize

disarrange, disorder, disorganize, disrupt, disturb, deactivate, dismiss, break up, disband, dissolve, split (up)

Word Forms of Mobilize

Inflections: mobilized, mobilizing

Origin & Etymology of Mobilize

First known use: 1838t

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Mobilize

Frequently Asked Questions about Mobilize

What does "Mobilize" mean?

"Mobilize" means to put into movement or circulation. As a verb, it is defined as: to put into movement or circulation.

What is another word for "Mobilize"?

Other words for "Mobilize" include marshal, muster and rally. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Mobilize" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Mobilize"?

There are 14 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Mobilize". Common alternatives include marshal, muster and rally.

What is the opposite of "Mobilize"?

Antonyms of "Mobilize" include demob and demobilize. Near antonyms include disarrange, disorder, disorganize and disrupt.

How do you use "Mobilize" in a sentence?

Examples of "Mobilize" in a sentence: "we are prepared to mobilize the troops on very short notice".

Is "Mobilize" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Mobilize" is a verb.

Is "Mobilize" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a C1-level word, "Mobilize" is typical of Cambridge C1 Advanced (CAE), IELTS band 7.0–8.0, TOEFL iBT 95–113, PTE Academic 76–84, TOEIC Listening & Reading 945+. Advanced words like this are also useful for the GRE, SAT, GMAT, and LSAT.

How do you pronounce "Mobilize"?

"Mobilize" is pronounced /ˈmō-bə-ˌlīz/ and divided into syllables as mo·bi·lize.