Pronunciation

/ˈsentrəl/

Definitions

Noun

• Central: Referring to the main part, core, or center; essential or primary. For example: “The city’s central business district is bustling with activity.”
• Centralized: Organized or managed with a single focus or control point. For example: “The company has a centralized database system.”
• Central idea: The main theme or concept in a work of art, literature, or thought. For example: “The central idea of the novel is the struggle for personal freedom.”

Adjective

• Central: Situated in or relating to the middle or core of something. For example: “A central heating system keeps the house warm.”
• Centrally located: Positioned in a central or strategic location. For example: “Our hotel is centrally located, making it easy to explore the city.”

Adverb

• Centrally: In the middle or center, or in a way that involves the center. For example: “The project was managed centrally by the CEO.”

Phrases

• “At the heart of the matter”
• “Keep it central”
• “Central planning”

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The central issue in the debate was the economy.”
• Adjective: “The library’s central location made it a popular study spot.”
• Adverb: “The team decided to centralize their decision-making process.”

Synonyms

• Core
• Centralized
• Core location
• Heart
• Pivot
• Main
• Centralized control
• Centralized authority