Consolidate — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb /kən-ˈsä-lə-ˌdāt/ con·sol·i·date

Meaning & Definition of Consolidate

Consolidate (verb)

  1. to join together into one whole, unite
  2. to make firm or secure, strengthen
  3. to form into a compact mass

Consolidate (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to bring (something) to a central point or under a single control

    "plans to consolidate several branches into one regional office"

    similar: center, centralize, compact, concenter, concentrate, unify, unite
    related: coordinate, harmonize, integrate, orchestrate, blend, coalesce, combine, fuse, incorporate, merge, reduce, conjoin, join, link, assemble, collect, colligate, gather, reunify, reunite
    opposite: decentralize, deconcentrate, spread (out)
    near: segregate, separate

  2. to make markedly greater in measure or degree

    "another win would consolidate their hold on first place in their division"

    similar: accentuate, amp (up), amplify, beef (up), boost, deepen, enhance, heighten, intensify, magnify, redouble, step up, strengthen
    related: broaden, enlarge, expand, extend, lengthen, accelerate, hasten, quicken, emphasize, point (up), sharpen, stress, augment, enforce, reinforce, restrengthen, supplement, maximize, enliven, jazz (up), aggravate, exacerbate
    opposite: abate, moderate
    near: decrease, diminish, lessen, let up (on), reduce, subdue, tone (down), weaken, dwindle, recede, subside, taper (off), wane, alleviate, ease, lighten

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Consolidate

The most common words with a similar meaning to Consolidate:

center, centralize, compact, concenter, concentrate, unify, unite, accentuate, amp (up), amplify, beef (up), boost, deepen, enhance, heighten, intensify, magnify, redouble, step up, strengthen

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Consolidate

Words with the opposite meaning of Consolidate:

decentralize, deconcentrate, spread (out), abate, moderate

Related Words for Consolidate

coordinate, harmonize, integrate, orchestrate, blend, coalesce, combine, fuse, incorporate, merge, reduce, conjoin, join, link, assemble, collect, colligate, gather, reunify, reunite, broaden, enlarge, expand, extend, lengthen, accelerate, hasten, quicken, emphasize, point (up)

Near Antonyms of Consolidate

segregate, separate, decrease, diminish, lessen, let up (on), reduce, subdue, tone (down), weaken, dwindle, recede, subside, taper (off), wane, alleviate, ease, lighten

Word Forms of Consolidate

Inflections: consolidated, consolidating

Derived words: consolidator (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Consolidate

Latin consolidatus, past participle of consolidare to make solid, from com- + solidus solid

First known use: circa 1512t

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Consolidate

Frequently Asked Questions about Consolidate

What does "Consolidate" mean?

"Consolidate" means to join together into one whole, unite. As a verb, it is defined as: to join together into one whole, unite. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Consolidate"?

Other words for "Consolidate" include center, centralize, compact, concenter, concentrate, unify, unite and accentuate. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Consolidate" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Consolidate"?

There are 62 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Consolidate". Common alternatives include center, centralize, compact, concenter, concentrate, unify, unite, accentuate, amp (up) and amplify.

What is the opposite of "Consolidate"?

Antonyms of "Consolidate" include decentralize, deconcentrate, spread (out), abate and moderate. Near antonyms include segregate, separate, decrease and diminish.

How do you use "Consolidate" in a sentence?

Examples of "Consolidate" in a sentence: "plans to consolidate several branches into one regional office"; "another win would consolidate their hold on first place in their division".

Is "Consolidate" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Consolidate" is a verb.

Is "Consolidate" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a C1-level word, "Consolidate" is typical of Cambridge C1 Advanced (CAE), IELTS band 7.0–8.0, TOEFL iBT 95–113, PTE Academic 76–84, TOEIC Listening & Reading 945+. Advanced words like this are also useful for the GRE, SAT, GMAT, and LSAT.

How do you pronounce "Consolidate"?

"Consolidate" is pronounced /kən-ˈsä-lə-ˌdāt/ and divided into syllables as con·sol·i·date.