Decolonization (Noun)
Meaning
The action of changing from colonial to independent status.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The process of decolonization in many African countries was marked by violent conflicts and power struggles.
- Decolonization efforts led to the establishment of new nations and the redrawing of international borders.
- The United Nations played a significant role in promoting decolonization and self-determination for colonized peoples.
- The legacy of colonialism continues to impact the social and economic development of countries that underwent decolonization.
- Decolonization was often accompanied by a reevaluation of cultural identity and a rejection of colonial values and institutions.