Definition of URBANIZE

urbanize

Meanings

Verb

  • make more industrial or city-like
    • "The area was urbanized after many people moved in"
  • impart urban habits, ways of life, or responsibilities upon
    • "Birds are being urbanized by people in outdoor cafes feeding them"
  • To make something more urban in character.
  • To take up an urban way of life.

Origin / Etymology

From urban + -ize.

Synonyms

urbanise

Scrabble Score: 19

urbanize is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
urbanize is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
urbanize is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 22

urbanize is a valid Words With Friends word