Devolution
Pronunciation: /ˌdɛvəˈluːʃən/
Devolution (noun)
- the process of giving power from a central government to local governments.
- a gradual decline or worsening of a situation or condition.
Examples
- The devolution of authority improved local governance.
- Devolution can empower regional governments.
Common collocations: devolution of power, support devolution, devolution process, devolution of standards, witness devolution