Synonyms of consolidating

consolidating

verb

present participle of consolidate

1

as in concentrating

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

plans to consolidate several branches into one regional office

Synonyms & Similar Words

• concentrating
• integrating
• merging
• uniting
• combining
• centralizing
• unifying
• centering
• reducing
• compacting
• incorporating
• coordinating
• concentering
• orchestrating
• blending
• harmonizing
• coalescing
• linking
• joining
• fusing
• reuniting
• collecting
• assembling
• reunifying
• gathering
• conjoining
• colligating

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• spreading (out)
• decentralizing
• separating
• segregating
• deconcentrating

2

as in intensifying

to make markedly greater in measure or degree

another win would consolidate their hold on first place in their division

Synonyms & Similar Words

• intensifying
• deepening
• enhancing
• strengthening
• heightening
• reinforcing
• boosting
• expanding
• amplifying
• broadening
• accentuating
• stepping up
• sharpening
• augmenting
• emphasizing
• extending
• magnifying
• redoubling
• lengthening
• enforcing
• enlarging
• supplementing
• accelerating
• maximizing
• beefing (up)
• stressing
• hastening
• amping (up)
• quickening
• pointing (up)
• enlivening
• exacerbating
• restrengthening
• aggravating
• jazzing (up)

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• reducing
• decreasing
• moderating
• diminishing
• weakening
• lessening
• abating
• subduing
• dwindling
• waning
• receding
• subsiding
• tapering (off)
• alleviating
• toning (down)
• lightening
• easing
• letting up (on)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of consolidating

The services have already been reducing the number of senior officers in part by consolidating commands and organizations, allowing some positions previously held by two generals or admirals to be overseen by one. — Steven Beynon, ABC News, 29 Sep. 2026

But these new rules came with downsides, as smaller schools, women and Olympic athletes, fans and coaches complained about power conferences consolidating power. — Justin Papp, CNBC, 28 Sep. 2026

And consolidating passenger, flight and time stamp data into a single record establishes clear SLA verification and transparent billing. — Justin Newell, Forbes.com, 28 Sep. 2026

In the meantime, the Houthis have been consolidating their gains on Yemen’s coast, Basha said, setting up checkpoints and bringing loyalists to administer the regions now under their control. — Nabih Bulos, Los Angeles Times, 27 Sep. 2026

After heady expansion from the late 19th century through the 1980s, department stores in North America began consolidating given the sheer number of stores in operation and the rising consumer preference for specialty concepts and online shopping. — David Moin, Footwear News, 25 Sep. 2026

After consolidating their political power throughout Italy, the Romans conquered most of southern and western Europe and the Mediterranean coastal regions, including North Africa. — Scott Spires, Encyclopedia Britannica, 18 Sep. 2026

Al-Zouba said the statements could be aimed at giving the Houthis time to rearm and prepare for further attacks, while consolidating control over ground on the Red Sea coast. — Khaled Wassef, CBS News, 17 Sep. 2026

As part of the initial bond proposal, the district recommended consolidating East Antioch and nearby Santa Fe Trail Elementary — which is less than two miles away — into one school and only rebuilding Santa Fe Trail. — Taylor O'Connor, Kansas City Star, 15 Sep. 2026