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multinuclear

multinuclear

7.7
Having several separate centers of control or activity
  • adjective
  • /ˌmʌltiˈnjuːklɪər/
translation icon : multinuclear
  • A multinuclear organization allows for more local decision-making and flexibility.

Examples

  • The city developed a multinuclear layout, with several business districts spread across different areas.

  • The multinuclear approach to governance allows for diverse perspectives.

  • Researchers studied the effects of a multinuclear approach in regional planning.

  • In a multinuclear environment, decisions are made collaboratively.

  • The city's multinuclear development strategy enhances local governance by empowering various districts.

  • A multinuclear structure enables organizations to respond effectively to regional needs and priorities.

  • In a multinuclear system, authority is distributed among multiple centers, promoting innovation and collaboration.

Synonyms

multipolar
vsmultinuclear
  • Specialized
1 7.0

Where power is held by several countries or centers

focuses on centers of authority and control rather than just activity
polynuclear
vsmultinuclear
  • Specialized
1 8.6

Having more than one central part, for example many cell nuclei

applies to several centers of authority or activity rather than physical cores
multinucleated
vsmultinuclear
7.9

Having more than one main center of activity, like several business districts

is about several distinct centers of authority or control
multicentric
vsmultinuclear
  • Specialized
7.2

Happening in several different places

emphasizes authority and control across distinct centers
polycephalous
vsmultinuclear
  • Specialized
9.9

An organization that has more than one leader sharing power

refers to several centers of authority broadly, not only leaders
polyarchic
vsmultinuclear
  • Formal
9.9

Many people share power in government

describes several centers of authority in general, not only political rule

Antonyms

centralized
  • US
9 4.4

One main authority manages things from one place

How Many Centers

multinuclear
7.7
multicentric
  • Specialized
7.2
bicentric
  • Specialized
9.9
monocentric
  • Specialized
7.8

Surface Forms

multinuclear positive

Morphology

multinuclear = nuclear (semi-transparent) = multi + nucleus + ar

The prefixation itself is straightforward, but the authority/control sense is a metaphorical extension of 'multiple centers'.

Etymology

Multinuclear comes from multi- 'many' and nuclear from nucleus 'center'. So a multinuclear city or organization has 'many centers' of activity or control.