What is another word for tribalization?
Pronunciation: [tɹˌa͡ɪbəla͡ɪzˈe͡ɪʃən] (IPA) 
Tribalization is the process of forming communities or groups based on common cultural, social, or ethnic backgrounds. There are several synonyms for tribalization that can be used interchangeably, including: factionalism, polarization, segregation, Balkanization, and fragmentation. Factionalism refers to the formation of opposing factions within a larger group or community. Polarization is the creation of two distinct and opposing groups or viewpoints. Segregation is the separation of different groups based on social or cultural differences. Balkanization is the division of a larger region or country into smaller, culturally distinct units. Fragmentation is the breaking apart of a larger whole into smaller, disconnected parts. Each of these words can be used to describe the process of tribalization in different contexts.
