What is another word for Centralism?
Pronunciation: [sˈɛntɹəlˌɪzəm] (IPA) 
Centralism, a political and administrative system in which decision-making power is concentrated in a central authority, has its own set of synonyms that can be used in specific contexts such as management, operations, and governance. Some synonyms for centralism include autocracy, totalitarianism, dictatorship, despotism, and authoritarianism. These words connote the suppression of individual freedom and subjugation to higher authority. When used positively in organizational contexts, terms such as centralization, consolidation, coordination, and streamlined signify the benefits of centralized decision-making and management. However, critics argue that centralism is often synonymous with bureaucracy, inefficiency, and lack of innovation, and that more decentralized approaches may better serve communities.
