Tools: Learn New Words | Secure Password Generator | Startup Tools | PDF Generator

Devolution (Noun)

The process of declining from a higher to a lower level of effective power or vitality or essential quality.

Nouns denoting natural processes.

The country's economic devolution led to widespread poverty and unemployment among its citizens.
Over the years, the company's devolution was marked by a decline in sales, layoffs, and poor management decisions.
The devolution of the public education system resulted in overcrowded classrooms and outdated textbooks.
As the CEO's health began to decline, the company experienced a gradual devolution of leadership and decision-making.
The devolution of the artist's work was evident in the decrease in quality and originality of his later pieces.

The delegation of authority (especially from a central to a regional government).

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

The country's government implemented a policy of devolution, transferring power from the central authority to regional councils.
Devolution of authority allowed local governments to make decisions that better suited the needs of their communities.
The new law marked a significant step towards devolution, giving regional governments more control over their own affairs.
Critics argued that the devolution of power would lead to inefficiencies and inconsistencies across different regions.
The process of devolution was seen as a way to address regional disparities and promote more effective governance.