What does unionize mean?
Unionize means (ambitransitive) To organize workers into a union..
Unionize
/ˈjuːnjənaɪz/ · verb
Meaning
(ambitransitive) To organize workers into a union..
Definitions by Sense
- (ambitransitive) To organize workers into a union.
- (physical chemistry, rare) Synonym of deionize.
Example Sentences
The company laid off all the workers when they tried to unionize.
My uncle got roughed up by some corporate thugs after they caught him trying to unionize their workers.
She attended a teach-in to learn how to unionize her workplace.
Even if workers succeed at unionizing, the law offers few tools for forcing employers to negotiate a contract.
Synonyms for unionize
Antonyms for unionize
Related Words
Word Forms
- unionizes
- unionizing
- unionized
- unionise
- un-ionize
- un-ionise
Usage Notes
Choose a synonym only when it preserves the intended meaning, tone, and grammar of the full sentence.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for unionize?
Common synonyms include trade-unionize, organize.
What is the opposite of unionize?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use unionize in a sentence?
The company laid off all the workers when they tried to unionize.
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