1. plural of decolonization; the process of a colony or colonized territory gaining independence from colonial rule
Usage: typically used in historical and political contexts; often refers to the wave of independence movements in Africa and Asia during the mid-20th century

Examples

• The decolonizations of African nations in the 1960s reshaped the global political landscape.
• Historians study the various decolonizations across Asia and Africa to understand post-war independence.
• The decolonizations of former European colonies led to the creation of dozens of new nations.
• Different decolonizations followed different paths, from peaceful negotiations to armed conflict.
• The United Nations played a role in supporting decolonizations throughout the developing world.
• Economic challenges often followed the decolonizations of resource-rich territories.