The industrialization



Example: The industrialization changed how people worked in factories.

Definition


"The industrialization" refers to the process by which societies transition from primarily agrarian economies to ones dominated by industry and manufacturing, often involving technological innovation, urban growth, and changes in labor organization, as seen when factories became central to production.

Etymology


The word "industrialization" derives from the root "industry," which comes from the Latin 'industria,' meaning diligence or activity. The suffix '-ization' indicates the process or action of becoming. Did you know? The term gained prominence during the 19th century as societies began transforming through the Industrial Revolution.

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"The industrialization" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - History - (B1) - set 1", containing 204 commonly used words.
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