v. Function: verb
1 to put into movement or circulation FF1C; an increase in prices mobilizes the whole cycle of inflation FF1E;
Synonyms: actuate, circulate, set off
Related Words: activate; impel, propel
Idioms: set in motion
Contrasted Words: inactivate, slow (down or up)
Antonyms: immobilize
2
Synonyms: MOVE 5, actuate, drive, impel, propel
3 to assemble (as resources) and make ready for use or action FF1C; the president tried to mobilize support for the new proposal FF1E;
Synonyms: marshal, muster, organize, rally