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consolidate

verb

Synonyms and Antonyms 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 of consolidate

center, centralize, compact, concenter, concentrate, polarize, unify, unite
Words Related to consolidate

coordinate, harmonize, integrate, orchestrate

blend, coalesce, combine, fuse, incorporate, merge, reduce

conjoin, join, link

assemble, collect, colligate, gather

reunify, reunite
Near Antonyms of consolidate

segregate, separate
Antonyms of consolidate

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 of consolidate

accentuate, amp (up), amplify, beef (up), boost, deepen, enhance, heighten, intensify, magnify, redouble, step up, strengthen
Words Related to consolidate

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 of consolidate

decrease, diminish, lessen, let up (on), reduce, subdue, tone (down), weaken

dwindle, recede, subside, taper (off), wane

alleviate, ease, lighten
Antonyms of consolidate

abate, moderate

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