World Languages Lexicon
10 Language-to-English DictionariesUtilisation
/jʊtɪlɪˈzeɪʃən/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
The action of making practical and effective use of something.
"The successful utilisation of renewable energy sources significantly reduced the town's carbon footprint." - 2
The proportion of available capacity or resources that is currently being employed.
"Factory management focused on improving equipment utilisation to boost overall productivity."
Thesaurus & Semantic Spectrum
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The word 'utilisation' originates from the Latin 'utilis', meaning 'useful', which evolved through Old French 'utilisation' before entering English. The term has shifted from a focus on mere utility to encompass broader applications in various contexts.
Which of the following is the closest synonym for "Utilisation"?
10 Global Lexicons: How "Utilisation" is said worldwide
Click any language below to open its dedicated Language to English dictionary page with native script & transliteration
utilisation
Transliteration: yutilizasjɔ̃
"L'utilisation efficace des ressources est essentielle."
Nutzung
Transliteration: nʊtsʊŋ
"Die effiziente Nutzung von Energie ist wichtig."
utilizzazione
Transliteration: utilitzattsjone
"L'utilizzazione delle risorse deve essere sostenibile."
utilización
Transliteration: utilisasion
"La utilización de nuevas tecnologías mejora la producción."
utilização
Transliteration: utilizasaw
"A boa utilização do tempo é fundamental."
उपयोग
Transliteration: upyog
"संसाधनों का सही उपयोग बहुत जरूरी है।"
利用
Transliteration: lìyòng
"提高资源利用效率是关键。"
활용
Transliteration: hwalyong
"효율적인 자원 활용이 필요합니다."
利用
Transliteration: riyō
"再生可能エネルギーの利用が増加している。"
Related Vocabulary Words to Explore
View all English termsExplore Nuanced Synonyms for "Utilisation"
Discover exact matches, context-specific alternatives, and antonyms with intensity ratings in the VocabDictionary Thesaurus.
Enhance Your Writing & Grammar Precision
Linguistic Origins & Word Stories
View all stories →How Are Palisade Cells Adapted for Photosynthesis (and Why Are They Called 'Palisade')?
Palisade mesophyll cells are column-shaped, densely packed with chloroplasts, and positioned near the leaf's upper surface to maximize light absorption for photosynthesis. Their name comes from the French word for a defensive fence of wooden stakes, referencing their tightly aligned, upright cellular structure.
What is a SLOT SWOT Analysis and How Do You Actually Do One?
A SLOT SWOT analysis is an expanded strategic planning framework that blends personal or organizational 'SLOT' (Strengths, Limitations, Opportunities, Threats) metrics with traditional 'SWOT' dynamics. It provides a granular approach to evaluating internal capabilities against external market realities.