Synonyms for

Privatized

Verb / ˈpraɪvʌˌtaɪzd / Another word for privatized — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Privatized means to transfer ownership or control of something from the government or public sector to the private sector.

Synonyms & similar words

privatize privatise commercialize deregulate divest transfer outsource devolve alienate lease decentralize externalize contract corporatize offload

Example sentences

  1. The company was privatized and now operates as a private business.
  2. The government privatized the healthcare system.
  3. They decided to privatize the public park and sell it to a private company.
  4. The privatization of the electricity industry led to increased competition.
  5. Privatizing the postal service resulted in improved efficiency.

Quotes

  • We must privative everything that can be privative. - Margaret Thatcher
  • Privatize anything that can be privatized. - George W. Bush
  • The best way to get rid of a bad product is to privatize it. - Milton Friedman

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