Synonyms for subsidiarity
- noun
Most common
Definitions
- n. 1
The principle that initiative (whether in government, business or religion) ought to reside at the lowest feasible level (i.e. at the local or regional level, instead of the national or supranational level, unless the latter presents clear advantages).
Forms
- Plural
- subsidiarities
Popularity over time
| Word | 1850 → 2019 | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| subsidiarity | rising |
Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.
By length
- 15 letters
- subordinateness