Colonized Meaning

/kˈɑləˌnaɪzd/
B2

Definition, CEFR level B2, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.

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Definition

verbsimple past and past participle of colonize

Sentence Examples

Europeans never colonized Ethiopia, but not for lack of trying.
Can Mars be colonized?

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms:
None
Antonyms:
uninhabited
CEFR Practice Quiz
The indigenous people were ____ by foreign powers seeking resources.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
Those islands were ____ by European explorers centuries ago.

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CEFR Practice Quiz
The indigenous people were ____ by foreign powers seeking resources.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
Those islands were ____ by European explorers centuries ago.

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