Nationalize

Synonyms of nationalize

• collectivize
• socialize
• state-run

Antonyms of nationalize

• privatize
• deregulate
• denationalize

Collocations of nationalize

industry

Frequency: 80 %

The government decided to nationalize the industry to protect local jobs.

company

Frequency: 75 %

The government announced its intention to nationalize the company in order to stabilize the economy.

resources

Frequency: 70 %

The country's decision to nationalize its resources caused controversy among foreign investors.

assets

Frequency: 65 %

The decision to nationalize the company's assets was seen as a strategic move by the government.

bank

Frequency: 60 %

The government's plan to nationalize the bank was met with resistance from shareholders.

Idiomatic Expressions for nationalize

• Phrase: nationalize the banks
  Meaning: to transfer ownership or control of banks to the government
  Usage: During the financial crisis, the government had to nationalize the banks to prevent a collapse of the financial system.