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(de-cen-tral-ize) 4 syllables

Definition

verb. to distribute authority away from a central location.

Example Sentence

We need to decentralize everything so that it can be done quickly.

More Example Sentences

They want to decentralize decision making.

Synonyms

disperse; distribute; delegate

Antonyms

centralize

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decentralize
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Rhymes

  • centralize

  • decentralize
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