To decentralize
Example: Governments started to decentralize power to local authorities gradually.
Definition
"To decentralize" means to distribute or delegate authority, power, or functions away from a central governing body to smaller, local, or regional units. For example, governments started to decentralize power to local authorities gradually, allowing more localized decision-making.
Etymology
The word "to decentralize" comes from the prefix 'de-' meaning 'remove' or 'reverse,' combined with 'centralize,' which derives from 'central,' meaning 'center.' It originally referred to moving away from centralized control, reflecting shifts in organizational or governmental structures. Did you know? The term became popular in political and administrative contexts during the 20th century to describe efforts to distribute power more broadly.
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"To decentralize" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - History - (B2) - set 1", containing 210 commonly used words.
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