CEFR C1
anticentrism
noun
Meaning
Opposition to or a movement against the concentration of power in a central authority, especially a central government.
Examples
- The historical movement was characterized by its strong anticentrism, favoring regional autonomy.
- His political philosophy was rooted in anticentrism, believing that local communities should have more control.
Synonyms: anti-authoritarianism, decentralization, federalism, regionalism