collectivise

/kəlˈɛktɪvaɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to convert or change a system or enterprise into a collective or state-owned one, typically as part of a socialist or communist policy.

“The government began to collectivise the farms, distributing the land among the villagers.”

2. verb

to bring or come together as a collective or group, often in a formal or organized way.

“The company will collectivise the employees to discuss the new policy.”

3. noun

the process of converting a system or enterprise into a collective or state-owned one, typically as part of a socialist or communist policy.

“The collectivisation of the industry led to significant economic changes.”

4. noun

a collective or group, especially one that has been formally organized.

“The collectivisation of the community centre enabled them to work together more effectively.”

Synonyms

  • nationalise
  • socialize
  • state
  • unionise

Antonyms

  • individualise
  • privatise