Definition of "westernisation" [westernisation]

• Alternative form of westernization. (noun)

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• "Although Tunisia has until now been praised for its 'westernisation', which involved banning Islamist parties, the new government that took power after last week's revolution faces the dilemma of whether to allow moderate Islamic parties to take part in the new political process."
• "According to Samir Parikh, chief of the mental health and behavioural science department in Max Healthcare, the change may also be owing to "westernisation"."
• "In its latest report on the candy market, the analyst says a shift towards using functional ingredients and the so-called 'westernisation' of emerging markets in Asia and Eastern Europe will further solidify confectionery's transformation into a staple snack worldwide."