centralize

especially British, cen·tral·ise

[sen-truh-lahyz]

verb (used with object)

centralized, centralizing 

1. to draw to or gather about a center.

2. to bring under one control, especially in government.

   to centralize budgeting in one agency.

verb (used without object)

centralized, centralizing 

1. to come together at or to form a center.

centralize

/ ˈsɛntrəˌlaɪz /

verb

1. to draw or move (something) to or towards a centre

2. to bring or come under central control, esp governmental control

Other Word Forms

• centralizer noun
• overcentralize verb
• recentralize verb
• centralization noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of centralize¹

First recorded in 1790–1800; central ¹ + -ize

Example Sentences

Such resistance requires savvy planning and sharp thinking, though not necessarily centralized leadership.

From Salon

“One of the things that made me nervous in the last 10 years is how the film industry has become more centralized,” Redford said.

From Los Angeles Times

Last year, it announced a shift to centralize manufacturing in Arizona and eliminated 536 positions in San Diego.

From Los Angeles Times

The sequel, “Limitless: Live Better Now,” doesn’t pull back on centralizing the star.

From Salon

Superblocks could tie into the current road network and add parking while also providing long and unified bike and pedestrian infrastructure — not to mention the centralized open and community space — to neighborhoods lacking it now.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• consolidate 
• integrate 
• rationalize 
• streamline 
• unify