centralize

Meanings

• Verb

  Collect or concentrate (things) in one place or under one control.

• Verb

  Make (a system or organization) more effective by managing it centrally.

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with centralize
appliances , chastises , defenses , despises , entertains , obtains , prizes , surprises , vaporizes

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Variants

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centralization , centralizations , centralize , centralized , centralizer , centralizers , centralizes , centralizing , centralise , centralised , centralises , centralising

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Etymology

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From the Late Latin word centralis, meaning 'pertaining to the center'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'centralize' first appeared in English in the 15th century.

2. Centralization was a key aspect of the Industrial Revolution, as factories and resources were consolidated in urban areas for easier management and control.

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Related Concepts

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1. Decentralization: The opposite of centralization, where power or control is distributed among multiple locations or entities.

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Culture

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Centralize is often used in the context of business and politics, referring to the consolidation of power or resources in a single location or entity. In literature, centralization is a common theme in dystopian novels, where a centralized government or authority is depicted as oppressive or controlling.

How to Memorize "centralize"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a circle with everything being drawn towards the center.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word with the idea of bringing things together or concentrating resources.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic using the phrase 'Bring it all together' to remember the meaning of centralize.

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