Balkanization
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What Does Balkanization Mean?
- 巴尔干化
- 分裂
- 割裂
Balkanization Pronunciation
/ˌbɔːl.kən.ɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/
Balkanization Definition
noun
Definition
The division of a region or state into smaller, often hostile, units.
In ZH
一个地区或国家分裂成较小，通常敌对的单位的过程。
How to Use Balkanization in a Sentence
- The balkanization of the region led to ongoing conflicts.
- Many analysts feared the balkanization of the country would destabilize the entire area.
- Balkanization can result in economic fragmentation and political instability.
- The term balkanization is often used when discussing the breakup of states.
- Historical events can lead to the balkanization of formerly cohesive nations.