reindustrialize: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
Low (C2 Level)Formal; technical; political-economic discourse.
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What does “reindustrialize” mean?
To rebuild or revitalize the manufacturing and heavy industry sectors of a country or region.
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Meaning and Definition
To rebuild or revitalize the manufacturing and heavy industry sectors of a country or region.
The process of deliberately reviving industrial production, often after a period of deindustrialization, sometimes with a focus on modernization, new technologies, or strategic sectors.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
The spelling 'reindustrialise' is standard in British English. The concept is equally understood in both varieties, often linked to discussions of 'rust belt' regions in the US and post-industrial areas in the UK.
Connotations
In both, it carries connotations of economic policy, job creation, and national strategy. May have a slightly more politically charged connotation in the UK due to historical debates over the decline of manufacturing.
Frequency
Slightly more frequent in American English in recent decades due to political discourse around reviving US manufacturing.
Grammar
How to Use “reindustrialize” in a Sentence
[Government/Country] reindustrializes [region/sector].[Policy/Plan] aims to reindustrialize the [nation].There is a push to reindustrialize.Vocabulary
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Examples
Examples of “reindustrialize” in a Sentence
verb
British English
- The government unveiled a bold strategy to reindustrialise the Midlands through green technology subsidies.
- Some economists argue it is neither feasible nor desirable to reindustrialise the entire nation.
American English
- The new federal grants aim to reindustrialize the Midwest by attracting advanced battery plants.
- Politicians often promise to reindustrialize America, but the global economy makes this challenging.
adverb
British English
- [Not standard. No common adverbial form.]
American English
- [Not standard. No common adverbial form.]
adjective
British English
- The reindustrialisation agenda was a key part of the party's manifesto.
- They discussed potential reindustrialising effects of the new trade deal.
American English
- The reindustrialization push has bipartisan support in certain states.
- A reindustrializing economy may face skilled labour shortages.
Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
Discussed in boardrooms and reports concerning supply chain resilience and onshoring.
Academic
Used in economics, political science, and sociology papers analyzing post-industrial transitions.
Everyday
Very rare. Might appear in detailed news articles or political speeches.
Technical
Core term in industrial policy, regional development, and economic planning.
Vocabulary
Synonyms of “reindustrialize”
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Antonyms of “reindustrialize”
Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “reindustrialize”
- Misspelling: 're-industralize' (missing 'i').
- Incorrect use: 'The company will reindustrialize its IT department.' (Wrong context; applies to macro-economics, not a single company's department).
- Pronunciation stress error: placing stress on 're' (/ˈriː/) instead of on 'dus' (/ɪnˈdʌs/).
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
No, it's a low-frequency, specialized term used mainly in economics, politics, and journalism discussing industrial policy.
'Industrialize' means to develop industries for the first time (e.g., a developing nation). 'Reindustrialize' means to rebuild industry after it has declined in a region that was previously industrial.
Not typically. The term is used on a macro scale for regions, nations, or sectors. A company might 'retool' or 'modernize' its plants.
Reindustrialization (US) / Reindustrialisation (UK).
To rebuild or revitalize the manufacturing and heavy industry sectors of a country or region.
Reindustrialize is usually formal; technical; political-economic discourse. in register.
Reindustrialize: in British English it is pronounced /ˌriː.ɪnˈdʌs.tri.ə.laɪz/, and in American English it is pronounced /ˌri.ɪnˈdʌs.tri.ə.laɪz/. Tap the audio buttons above to hear it.
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Idioms & Phrases
- “[No direct idioms. The word itself is a technical term.]”
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
Think: RE (again) + INDUSTRIAL (factories and manufacturing) + IZE (to make) = to make industrial again.
Conceptual Metaphor
NATION AS A BODY / MACHINE: 'Revitalizing the industrial heartland' or 'retooling the economic engine'.
Practice
Quiz
What is the primary meaning of 'reindustrialize'?