Agency Dictionary

Industrialization

nounPronunciation: /ɪnˌdʌs.tri.ə.laɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/

What does “Industrialization” mean?

The large-scale organization and mechanization of production processes to manufacture goods or services efficiently.

Etymology

Formed in English from industrialize plus -ation, alongside French industrialisation. Industrial traces through French to Latin industria, "diligence, activity". The noun names the large-scale shift from manual and agrarian production to mechanized factory systems, a process that began in Britain in the late 18th century.

Synonyms

mechanization
modernization

Word family

industry
industrial
industrialize
industrious
industrialist

Rhymes with

civilization
organization
globalization
realization

Usage examples

Fast design, as the industrialization of creativity, was something I couldn’t agree with for the simple fact that if products ought to be designed fast and without essence, it would be more practical to be done with AI technology rather than human effort.

Concept

Fast DesignFast design is the industrialized approach to graphic and product creation that prioritizes rapid turnaround times, template repetition, and cost reduction over…

Source editions

Where this entry comes from in the Agency editorial.

Words of the same theme

commoditynoun: A basic primary good, agricultural staple, or raw material that is interchangeable with other goods of the same type.
Recessionnoun: A significant and widespread decline in economic activity lasting across several months, typically marked by falling GDP, reduced industrial production, and rising unemployment.
Seppukunoun: A ritual suicide practiced by Japanese samurai to preserve honor, fulfill duty, or atone for a severe failing.
Consumernoun: An individual or group that acquires, purchases, or consumes physical or commercial goods and services for personal use. In marketing, consumers are studied for purchasing patterns and brand preferences.
Legacynoun: An enduring body of work, set of values, or material inheritance handed down from a predecessor to future generations.
shogunatenoun: A feudal military dictatorship in Japan, headed by a shogun, in which loyalty and honour were central to its operation. The system was exclusive to Japan and did not exist in other Asian nations.
timeproofadjective: Able to withstand the passing of time without being lost or losing its meaning, as a message that still reaches people thousands of years after it was made.
Agoranoun: A public open space in ancient Greek cities used for assemblies, commercial markets, and philosophical dialogue.
Chivalrynoun: The medieval knightly code of conduct demanding honor, valor, courtesy, loyalty, and Christian devotion.
eppur si muoveother: An Italian phrase meaning and yet it moves. It is used to affirm that a fact remains true no matter who denies it.
fiat currencynoun: Government-issued legal tender not backed by a physical commodity such as gold or silver.
spicenoun: An aromatic or pungent vegetable substance used to flavor, color, or preserve food and beverages.

Also from these editions: terms

Characternoun: A metal block engraved with a letter used in letterpress printing, as well as the intrinsic moral quality and strength of a person.
Impressionnoun: An indentation or mark produced on a surface by pressure, or an effect or feeling produced in someone's mind.
Accuracynoun: The degree of precision, correctness, and exactitude with which a message or action reaches its intended mark.
Frequencynoun: The regular rate at which an event occurs or a message is transmitted over a designated period.
CPMnoun: An acronym for cost per mille, representing the advertising cost of delivering one thousand audience impressions.
Equationnoun: A complex statement or problem involving balancing multiple interdependent factors, variables, or meanings.
slogannoun: A memorable, catchy phrase used in marketing, politics, or advocacy to encapsulate a core message.
Undeniableadjective: Manifestly true, valid, or high in quality to the point where it cannot be disputed, overlooked, or questioned.
Matrixnoun: An enclosing medium, grid, or systemic web of cultural and algorithmic conventions that shapes perceptions.
Singularitynoun: The state, condition, or distinct quality of being singular, remarkable, and uniquely individual.
Hookahnoun: A traditional water pipe of Middle Eastern origin used for smoking specially prepared flavored tobacco.
narrativenoun: A spoken or written account of connected events, forming a coherent story or conceptual perspective.