Word
decentralized
Phoneticsde·cen·tral·ized, stress on the second syllable
/dɪˈsɛntɹəˌɫaɪzd/
UK spelling · decentralised
Definition
adj. describing a system where power or control is spread out among many people or places instead of one central leader.
adj. characterised by the distribution of administrative powers or functions over a less concentrated area; not controlled by a single central authority.
Examples
“The company uses a decentralized system for making local decisions.”
“A decentralized network is often more resilient because there is no single point of failure that can crash the whole system.”
“The shift toward a decentralized governance model allowed individual regional offices to tailor their strategies to local market conditions without waiting for approval from the head office.”
Examples
simple
“The company uses a decentralized system for making local decisions.”
contextual
“A decentralized network is often more resilient because there is no single point of failure that can crash the whole system.”
complex
“The shift toward a decentralized governance model allowed individual regional offices to tailor their strategies to local market conditions without waiting for approval from the head office.”
Usage
Often used to describe organizational structures, computer networks, or political systems. Frequently follows a linking verb or precedes a noun.
Real-World Examples
“It is built on a decentralised system called Nostr, meaning it is not controlled by a single company in the same way as platforms such as TikTok or Instagram.” “My research on white nationalism shows how contemporary extremist movements rely less on formal membership and more on decentralized digital spaces.” “European urban centers often feature dense, historical layouts, higher reliance on multimodal public transit and decentralized neighborhood amenities, which may alter the sharp mobility-cost trade-offs observed in car-centric American metropolitan frameworks.” - Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C1 AdvancedIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.7.0–8.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 5.0–5.595–113TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.945–990
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- Level
- C1 · Advanced
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