mobilize

məˈbɪlaɪz

Definitions

1. verb

to provide with a mobile force or unit, or to move into a particular area or position

“The government mobilized troops to the disaster zone.”

2. verb

to move or be moved into a particular position or situation, especially in response to a challenge or problem

“The company is mobilizing its resources to meet the new competition.”

3. verb

to organize or stir up people to take action, especially in support of a particular cause or issue

“The charity is mobilizing volunteers to help with the relief efforts.”

4. noun

the act of providing with a mobile force or unit, or the act of moving into a particular position or situation

“The mobilization of troops took several days.”

Synonyms

  • assemble
  • coordinate
  • marshal
  • organize

Antonyms

  • demobilize
  • dismobilize