ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Centralization

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˌsɛntɹəˌlaɪˈzeɪʃən/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Centralization is a noun meaning The act or process of centralizing, or the state of being centralized; the act or process of combining or reducing several parts into a whole.

Meaning

The act or process of centralizing, or the state of being centralized; the act or process of combining or reducing several parts into a whole.

Example Sentences

the centralization of commerce in a city
the centralization of power in the general government
V-Dem lists the characteristics of autocratization as deteriorations in freedom of expression, the decline of free and fair elections, and the centralization of authority.

Word Forms

Synonyms for centralization

Depending on context, synonyms include centralisation.

Antonyms for centralization

Common opposites include decentralisation, decentralization.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include centralisation, centralism, decentralization, pooling, consolidation, channeling.

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