homogenization

noun

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

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Indeed, the homogenization of taste, caused in part by streaming platforms, social media feeds and online algorithms, means that people – even VICs, for all their wealth – often want the same things. Kati Chitrakorn, CNN Money, 4 Feb. 2026 Institutions, subcultures and artists have always found ways to resist homogenization. Ahmed Elgammal, Fortune, 22 Jan. 2026 In response to homogenization, brands are exploring multisensory, layered and contextually adaptable experiences that restore emotion, individuality and intrigue. Jenny B. Fine, Footwear News, 18 Nov. 2025 That it was dumped in spring training was another step toward the homogenization of the Yankees with the rest of the league. Brendan Kuty, New York Times, 10 Oct. 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 19 Feb. 2026.

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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