decentralization

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun the social process in which population and industry moves from urban centers to outlying districts
  2. noun the spread of power away from the center to local branches or governments

Etymology

From de- + centralization or decentralize + -ation.

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Synonyms

decentalisation

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