Décentraliser
Example: Le gouvernement a décidé de décentraliser certaines administrations locales.
Definition
"Décentraliser" means to transfer the control or authority of certain local administrations from a central government to regional or local authorities, aiming to distribute power more broadly and allow for more localized decision-making.
Etymology
The word "décentraliser" comes from the French prefix 'dé-' meaning 'away from' and 'centraliser,' which means 'to centralize.' It literally means to move away from a central point. Did you know? This word reflects political and administrative shifts towards distributing power rather than keeping it concentrated.
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