centralization
UK: ˌsen.trə.laɪˈzeɪ.ʃən | US: ˌsen.trə.ləˈzeɪ.ʃən
n. the process of concentrating control or power in a central authority
n. the organization of activities under a single administrative system
centralization = central<center> + ize<verb suffix> + ation<noun suffix>
- central: Derived from Latin centralis (relating to a center), from centrum (center).
- ize: A verb-forming suffix from Greek -izein, indicating "to make" or "to become."
- ation: A noun-forming suffix from Latin -atio, denoting an action or process.
Etymology Origin:
The word centralization emerged in the early 19th century, combining central (rooted in the Latin concept of a focal point) with -ize (to convert into a state) and -ation (the resulting process). It reflects the societal shift toward consolidating authority, mirroring industrialization's need for unified systems.
The centralization of government power often sparks debates about democracy.
Modern corporations favor centralization to streamline operations.
Critics argue that centralization reduces local autonomy.
The centralization of data improves efficiency but raises privacy concerns.
Historical empires relied on centralization to maintain control over vast territories.