federated

Bound by compact

Federated describes things joined together under a central authority while retaining some independence.

Federated states unite for common purposes but keep local governance.

In computing, federated systems allow separate networks or databases to work together without merging: a federated search queries multiple sources at once.

The structure emphasizes cooperation over consolidation.

decentralized

distributed

Divided and given out

modular · polycentric · nodes · mesh · scalable · synchronized · interoperable · disaggregated · multipartite · composite

alliance

coalition

Temporary alliance for action

bloc · pact · treaty · entente · compact · covenant · affiliation · collaboration · cooperation · assembly

governance

constitution

Inherent physical or structural makeup

statecraft · legitimacy · representation · charter · delegation · subsidiarity · ratification · bicameral · interstate · intergovernmental

autonomous

self-governing

Controlling one's own affairs

decentralized · self-managed · empowered · self-directed · nonaligned · self-reliant · self-contained · self-sufficient · free · unconstrained

union

unification

Merging into one entity

amalgamation · consolidation · conglomeration · harmonization · incorporation · convergence · unity · cohesion · centralization · accession

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Opposites
political/organizational structure

federatedseparate

To set apart

divided · independent · disunited · fragmented · disassociated

centralization of power

federatedcentralized

Concentrated in one location

unitary · consolidated · unified · monolithic · concentrated

Phrases
Family

federation, confederate, confederation, federate, federations, federates, federating

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