All Definitions for Centers
Below are all the dictionary definitions of centers:
1The point in the interior of a circle that is equidistant from all points on the circumference.
2The point in the interior of a sphere that is equidistant from all points on the circumference.
3The middle portion of something
4The part well away from the edges.
5The point on a line that is midway between the ends.
6The point in the interior of any figure of any number of dimensions that has as its coordinates the arithmetic mean of the coordinates of all points on the perimeter of the figure (or of all points in the interior for a center of volume).
7A point on a triangle's plane that is in some sense in its middle.
8A place, especially a building or complex, set aside for some specified function or activity.
9The ensemble of moderate or centrist political parties.
10The venue in which the head of government in a centralized state is situated.
11A topic that is particularly important in a given context, the element in a subject of cognition, volition or discussion that is perceived as decisive.
12A player in the middle of a playing area.
13The player, generally the tallest, who plays closest to the basket.
14The forward that generally plays between the left wing and right wing and usually takes the faceoffs.
15The person who holds the ball at the beginning of each play.
16A player who can go all over the court, except the shooting circles.
17A pass played into the centre of the pitch.
18One of the backs operating in a central area of the pitch, either the inside centre or outside centre.
19A certain mechanical implement functioning in the middle of a whole apparatus
20A temporary structure upon which the materials of a vault or arch are supported in position until the work becomes self-supporting.
21One of the two conical steel pins in a lathe, etc., upon which the work is held, and about which it revolves.
22A conical recess or indentation in the end of a shaft or other work, to receive the point of a center, on which the work can turn, as in a lathe.
23The ring in the gambling game two-up in which the spinner operates.
24The set of those elements (of a given algebraic structure) that commute with every other element, usually denoted Z(G). In the case of (semi-)groups, it is required that they commute under the (semi-)group operation
25In the case of rings and (Lie) algebras, under multiplication (i.e. the bracket for Lie algebras)
26Of, at, or related to a center.
27To cause (an object) to occupy the center of an area.
28To cause (some attribute, such as a mood or voltage) to be adjusted to a value which is midway between the extremes.
29To give (something) a central basis.
30To concentrate on (something), to pay close attention to (something).
31To form a recess or indentation for the reception of a center.
32The innermost point of the Earth, or the Earth itself, as the center or foundation of the Universe
33The center or foundation of the Universe abstractly.
34A surname.
35A number of places in the United States:
36A statutory town in Rio Grande County and Saguache County, Colorado.
37An unincorporated community in Jackson County, Georgia.
38An unincorporated community in Howard County, Indiana.
39An unincorporated community in Jay County, Indiana.
40An unincorporated community in Warrick County, Indiana.
41An unincorporated community in Metcalfe County, Kentucky.
42A small city and town in Missouri.
43A village, the county seat of Knox County, Nebraska.
44A small city, the county seat of Oliver County, North Dakota.
45A city, the county seat of Shelby County, Texas.
46An unincorporated community in Jefferson County, Washington.
47A town in Outagamie County, Wisconsin.
48A town in Rock County, Wisconsin.
49A number of townships in the United States, listed under Center Township.
About antonyms for centers
Finding the right antonym for centers helps writers create contrast, clarify meaning, and add depth to their work. Defined as "The point in the interior of a circle that is equidistant from all points on the circumference.", centers has 0 opposite words that can be used to express contrasting ideas.
When choosing an antonym, consider the connotation, formality level, and audience. Some alternatives work better in casual conversation while others shine in academic or professional writing. For example, using a more formal antonym in a business email can elevate your tone, while a casual antonym might feel more natural in creative writing or dialogue.
It is also worth noting that not all antonyms are perfectly interchangeable. The context of your sentence, the surrounding words, and the intended emotional impact all play a role in selecting the best opposite word. The list above provides the most common and useful antonyms for centers, but always read your sentence aloud to ensure the chosen word flows naturally.