homogenization

noun

ho·​mog·​e·​ni·​za·​tion hō-ˌmä-jə-nə-ˈzā-shən How to pronounce homogenization (audio)
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1
: the act or process of homogenizing
2
: the quality or state of being homogenized

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In real estate, where location, history, and culture are paramount, this homogenization could erode the richness that makes each property and market unique. Ali Hoss, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024 This popularity can, perhaps be attributed to a consumer desire for individuality amidst a mass culture of homogenization. Stephanie Hirschmiller, Forbes.com, 27 Apr. 2025 The alternative is nothing less than a gradual homogenization of our cultural landscape, where machine learning flattens the richness of human expression into a mediocre statistical average. ArsTechnica, 25 Apr. 2025 The aim is to balance cost-saving synergies, with a goal of saving $500 million annually, and avoid homogenization that could dilute the chains’ luxury appeal. Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 25 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for homogenization

Word History

Etymology

homogenize + -ation

First Known Use

1908, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of homogenization was in 1908

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“Homogenization.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/homogenization. Accessed 16 May. 2025.

Medical Definition

homogenization

noun
ho·​mog·​e·​ni·​za·​tion
variants also British homogenisation
1
: the quality or state of being homogenized
2
: the act or process of homogenizing

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