centralization
1 synonym and 1 antonym for centralization, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The process of bringing separate parts together under a single, central authority or control.
Antonyms
decentralization
How to use centralization
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
centralization of power
centralization of decision-making
increased centralization
resist centralization
It is a formal, fairly abstract noun, more common in writing about politics, business or organisation than in everyday chat.
Etymology
Centralization came into English from the French word centralisation. It was formed from the root central together with the ending -ization, or, seen another way, from the verb centralize plus -ation.
Full origin of centralization →Frequently asked questions
What does centralization mean?
It means gathering separate parts, powers or activities together so they are run from one central point rather than several.
Is centralization the same as centralisation?
Yes, centralisation is simply the British spelling variant of the same word; centralization is the form used in American English and in Oxford-style British English.
What is the opposite of centralization?
The opposite is decentralization, where control or activity is spread out to several places instead of being held in one.
