Definitions

decentralized

[dee-sen-truh-lahyzd] / diˈsɛn trəˌlaɪzd /

VERB

distribute over a less concentrated area

Synonyms

STRONGEST

disperse distribute scatter

STRONG

broadcast circulate disseminate regionalize separate

WEAK

allocate allot apportion divvy partition propagate

Antonyms

STRONGEST

assemble centralize concentrate consolidate

Example Sentences

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Decentralized finance, known as DeFi, is an umbrella term for financial services offered on public blockchains.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 29, 2026

Decentralized operations, a strong balance sheet, modest leverage and a culture of trust all served one purpose: preserving judgment under stress.

From MarketWatch • Dec. 29, 2025

Decentralized crypto meant that it would be quite hard for one institution’s failure to destroy the currency’s value.

From Slate • Aug. 5, 2024

Decentralized social media site Bluesky rolled out features this week in an attempt to catch up with rivals X and Threads.

From Washington Times • Dec. 27, 2023

Decentralized, non-sequential, non-deterministic experiences require cognitive skills different from those characteristic of literacy.

From The Civilization of Illiteracy by Nadin, Mihai