Brazilianization

== English == === Alternative forms === brazilianization Brazilianisation brazilianisation === Etymology === From Brazilian +‎ -ization. === Noun === Brazilianization (countable and uncountable, plural Brazilianizations) An increase in the percentage of Brazilian people or cultural elements in an area or industry. Social change characterized by classism, economic disparity, and a large underclass that suffers from unemployment and underemployment. ==== Usage notes ==== Not to be confused with Brazilification, which has a different meaning. === Further reading === “The Brazilianization of the World” by Alex Hochuli for American Affairs, originally published in American Affairs Volume V, Number 2 (Summer 2021): 93–115.