Loading word page…
Updated June 2026
The action of making practical and effective use of something. It represents the degree to which resources are employed, using UK spelling with 'z'.
“The factory increased its utilization of renewable energy sources.”
u·ti·li·za·tion
Contains four I's; -IZATION suffix ending pattern
Worth 21 points; the Z (10) provides excellent scoring potential
Look up utilization in an authoritative dictionary for full definitions, pronunciation, and etymology.
Download Word Challenge for unlimited word puzzles, a fresh Daily Challenge, and head-to-head multiplayer. Guess the hidden word in six tries or fewer!