1. devolution - noun
· the process of declining from a higher to a lower level of effective power or vitality or essential quality
Synonym(s): degeneration
Hypernym(s): process, physical_process
Antonym(s): evolution
2. devolution - noun
· the delegation of authority (especially from a central to a regional government)
Synonym(s): devolvement
Hypernym(s): delegating, delegation, relegating, relegation, deputation
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