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Divide devolution into syllables:

de · vo · lu · tion

How to pronounce devolution:

Synonyms for devolution:

decadence
decay
decentralization
declension
declination
decline
decomposition
decrease
degeneracy
degeneration
degradation
delegation
deputation
descent
destruction
deterioration
devolvement
disintegration
dissolution
distribution of power
downfall
downgrade
ebb
eclipse
fall
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Antonyms for devolution:

achievement
ascent
boom
centralisation
centralization
continuity
control
growth
improvement
increase
perfection
progress
rise
success
turnaround
upsurge
upswing
upturn

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