verb
- to transfer power, authority, or functions from a central location or government to regional or local authorities
- to move or spread out from a central point or location
Usage: British spelling (American: decentralizes); third person singular present tense
Usage: British spelling (American: decentralizes); third person singular present tense
Examples
- The government decentralises decision-making by giving more power to local councils.
- The company decentralises its operations to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
- The new policy decentralises authority away from the capital city.
- Many countries decentralise education systems to allow regional control.
- The organization decentralises its workforce by opening regional offices.
- Decentralising services helps communities address their own specific needs.