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devolution

/ˌdiːvəˈluːʃən/

/ˌdivəˈluʃən/

Translations

devolutionnoun

devolutions

передача полномочий

The devolution of power to local governments was a significant political reform.

Передача полномочий местным правительствам была значительной политической реформой.

The devolution of the ecosystem was evident after the industrial pollution.

Деградация экосистемы стала очевидной после промышленного загрязнения.

Additional translations

Synonyms

devolutionadjective

more devolution

Comp.

most devolution

Super.

/ˌdiːvəˈluːʃən/

/ˌdivəˈluʃən/

Used attributively before nouns (e.g., "devolution proposals")

devolutionnoun

The transfer or delegation of power to a lower level, especially by central government to local or regional administration.

The devolution of power from the central government to the regional authorities was a significant political change.

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

The devolution of the once-thriving city into a ghost town was a sad sight for the residents.

The passing on of rights or responsibilities from one person or group to another.

The devolution of responsibilities from the manager to the team leaders helped streamline the workflow.

devolutionadjective

Relating to or characteristic of the transfer of power to a lower level of government or authority.

The devolution debate dominated the legislative session.