Synonyms for
Centralized
Definition
Centralized means to bring all the parts of something together in one place or under one control.
Synonyms & similar words
centralize
decentralized
decentralise
decentralize
centralise
deconcentrate
concentrate
centralised
concentrated
consolidated
unified
integrated
organized
systematized
streamlined
coordinated
central
homogeneous
united
harmonized
standardized
synchronized
merged
amalgamated
joined
combined
fused
blended
Synonyms by register
Informal
Literary
Antonyms
Common collocations
- centralized system
- centralized control
- centralized power
- centralized database
- centralized management
- centralized authority
- centralized government
Word family
Usage note
Often used in discussions of organizational structure, power, or systems. Be mindful of whether the context implies a positive or negative connotation, as it can be seen as efficient or overly controlling.
Example sentences
- The government decided to centralize the healthcare system.
- The company is planning to centralize its customer service operations.
- The school district is moving to a centralized student information system.
- By centralizing its distribution center, the company was able to save money on transportation costs.
- The company's decision to centralize its marketing efforts has led to increased brand recognition.
Quotes
The centralized state can decide to declare anyone an enemy of the state without the need for a public trial. - Aung San Suu Kyi
A centralized system can impose a single solution, but cannot generate the diverse alternatives from which to choose. - Francis Fukuyama
The new century has brought on its own terrible dangers, which although not reaching the apocalyptic potential of nuclear war, still have the capacity to shake our world and end civilization as we know it. The decentralization of power, for instance, poses a serious challenge to centralized, hierarchical systems of control. - Jeremy Rifkin