Mid 19th century; earliest use found in Johann Stallo (1823–1900). From objective + -ation, probably after German Objektivation or Objektivierung. Compare French objectivation.
Definition of objectivation in US English:
objectivation
nounəbˌdʒɛktɪˈveɪʃn
Objectification.
Origin
Mid 19th century; earliest use found in Johann Stallo (1823–1900). From objective + -ation, probably after German Objektivation or Objektivierung. Compare French objectivation.