devolution

Noun
  1. The process of declining from a higher to a lower level of effective power or vitality or essential quality (synset 113481502)
    is a type of: physical process, process - a sustained phenomenon or one marked by gradual changes through a series of states
    subtypes:
    • attack - the onset of a corrosive or destructive process (as by a chemical agent)
    • obsolescence - the process of becoming obsolete; falling into disuse or becoming out of date
    • macular degeneration - eye disease caused by degeneration of the cells of the macula lutea and results in blurred vision; can cause blindness
    same as: degeneration
  2. The delegation of authority (especially from a central to a regional government) (synset 101143481)
    referred to in: administration, governance, governing, government, government activity - the act of governing; exercising authority
    is a type of: delegating, delegation, deputation, relegating, relegation - authorizing subordinates to make certain decisions
    same as: devolvement

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