CENTER Synonyms: 99 Similar and Opposite Words

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noun

ˈsen-tər

as in hub

a thing or place that is of greatest importance to an activity or interest a stretch of coastline that has long been the area's center of tourism

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Relevance

as in middle

an area or point that is an equal distance from all points along an edge or outer surface the center of the earth

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center

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verb

as in to consolidate

to bring (something) to a central point or under a single control centered administrative duties under the command of a single person

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as in to focus

to fix (as one's attention) steadily toward a central objective the students centered their attention on final exams

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Noun

How much energy does AI use? Data center power demand will grow 160% by 2030, as estimated by Goldman Sachs Research. —

Lindsay Muscato, Journal Sentinel, 12 Sep. 2024 The hotel’s list of high-end amenities includes a state-of-the-art wellness and fitness center, an infinity pool with a generous sun deck, and two signature restaurants. —

Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 11 Sep. 2024

Verb

The spinoff is set in the 1990s and is centered on a younger version of the serial-killer character played by Michael C. Hall in the original series. —

Kimberly Roots, TVLine, 12 Sep. 2024 Some of that research is centered around dealing with the daunting biological challenges that humans face while floating in a spacecraft. —

Jackie Wattles, CNN, 12 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for center

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