Synonyms

centered

American

[sen-terd] / ˈsɛn tərd /

adjective

having a central axis.

a centered arc.
equidistant from all bordering or adjacent areas; situated in the center.

The illustration was centered on the page.
Printing. set above the base line at approximately the level of the hyphen.

a centered dot between syllables.

centered British

/ ˈsɛntəd /

adjective

the US spelling of centred

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Other Word Forms

uncentered adjective
well-centered adjective

Etymology

Origin of centered

First recorded in 1580–90; center + -ed ³

Example Sentences

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Many of the recent negative narratives for investors have centered on the threat to software developers and other industries from the deployment of generative artificial-intelligence technology.

From MarketWatch

It has a small, tasteful display centered atop the handsomely upholstered dash console—honestly, the suture-like stitching in contrasting color?

From The Wall Street Journal

Few news stories centered on the youngest Fox sister.

From Literature

A key issue centered on the neutral axis, the line of gray tones that runs from black to white.

From Science Daily

She said discussion in class one day centered on university rules around apparel deals.

From The Wall Street Journal

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