Synonyms of centralize

centralize

verb

ˈsen-trə-ˌlīz 

as in to consolidate

to bring (something) to a central point or under a single control

the company decided to centralize all of its operations at its Ohio plant

Synonyms & Similar Words

• consolidate
• concentrate
• integrate
• merge
• unite
• combine
• unify
• center
• compact
• reduce
• coordinate
• incorporate
• concenter
• harmonize
• orchestrate
• coalesce
• blend
• join
• link
• collect
• reunite
• assemble
• fuse
• gather
• conjoin
• reunify
• colligate

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• spread (out)
• decentralize
• segregate
• separate
• deconcentrate

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of centralize

However, emerging technologies, often seen as centralizing power, offer a surprising opportunity to distribute it. — Belonging Forum, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026

Welch has floated the notion of centralizing human resources operations in the House. — The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 16 Aug. 2026

The office is also seeking to create a data hub to centralize the various video and data feeds at the jail. — Robert Salonga, Mercury News, 15 Aug. 2026

The Hoosier cabinet is a freestanding kitchen workstation and storage area that centralized and sped up food preparation. — ABC News, 12 Aug. 2026