Nationalise (Verb)
Meaning 1
Make national in character or scope; "His heroic deeds were nationalized by the press".
Classification
Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..
Examples
- The new company aims to nationalise the cable television network to improve accessibility and affordability for all citizens.
- His heroic deeds were nationalized by the press and he became an overnight sensation.
- The government plans to nationalise key sectors that are crucial to the country's economy and development.
- By using social media, the local artist was able to nationalise her unique artwork and gain international recognition.
- Her inspiring story of overcoming adversity was nationalized through films and books that highlighted her courage and determination.
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Meaning 2
Put under state control or ownership; "Mitterand nationalized the banks".
Classification
Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..
Examples
- The government made the decision to nationalise key industries in an effort to boost the economy.
- Critics argued that nationalising the country's energy supply would be expensive and inefficient.
- After years of discussion, the major railway network was nationalised and remains under state control.
- The country's leader vowed to nationalise the farmland that was owned by foreign corporations to redistribute it to local people.
- Opponents of the new policy feared it would lead to the nationalisation of private businesses and stifling of economic growth.