decentering
/diːˈsɛntərɪŋ/
noun
- The act or process of moving something away from the center or making it less central.
- The decentering of power in the organization gave more authority to local branches.
- In art class, we learned about the decentering of the main subject to create a more dynamic composition.
- The decentering of the city's downtown led to new businesses opening in the suburbs.
- In psychology, the ability to see a situation from another person's perspective, moving away from one's own egocentric viewpoint.
- Decentering is an important skill for resolving conflicts in friendships.
- The therapist encouraged decentering to help the couple see each other's point of view.
- Children develop decentering as they grow older and learn to understand how others feel.
Synonyms
verb
- Present participle of decenter; to move or shift away from the center.
- The artist is decentering the focal point of the painting to make it more interesting.
- By decentering the discussion, the teacher allowed quieter students to share their ideas.
- The company is decentering its operations by opening offices in smaller towns.