consolidate

consolidate

verb

Definition of CONSOLIDATE

1

to bring (something) to a central point or under a single control <plans to consolidate several branches into one regional office>

Synonyms center, compact, concenter, concentrate, consolidate, polarize, unify, unite

Related Words coordinate, harmonize, integrate, orchestrate; blend, coalesce, combine, fuse, incorporate, merge, reduce; conjoin, join, link; assemble, collect, colligate, gather; reunify, reunite

Near Antonyms segregate, separate

Antonyms decentralize, deconcentrate, spread (out)

2

to make markedly greater in measure or degree <another win would consolidate their hold on first place in their division>

Synonyms accentuate, amp (up), amplify, beef (up), boost, consolidate, deepen, enhance, heighten, magnify, redouble, step up, strengthen

Related Words broaden, enlarge, expand, extend, lengthen; accelerate, hasten, quicken; emphasize, point (up), sharpen, stress; augment, enforce, reinforce (also reenforce), restrengthen, supplement; maximize; enliven, jazz (up); aggravate, exacerbate

Near Antonyms decrease, diminish, lessen, let up (on), reduce, subdue, tone (down), weaken; dwindle, recede, subside, taper (off), wane; alleviate, ease, lighten

Antonyms abate, moderate