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centrally

Elementary (A2)

IPA: /ˈsɛntrəli/

KK: /ˈsɛntrəli/

adverb
Definition

In a way that is located at or near the center of something.


Example

The city is centrally located, making it easy to access from all directions.


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you notice how the park is centrally located in the city?
Sloth B
Yeah, it's super convenient for everyone to get there.
Sloth A
I think it makes it a great spot for community events.
Sloth B
Absolutely! It really brings people together.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
mainly
primarily
essentially
Antonyms
peripherally
secondarily
marginally
Root Explanation

Centrally → It is formed from "central" (from Latin "centralis", meaning pertaining to the center) and "-ly" (meaning in a manner). The word "centrally" means in a manner that pertains to the center.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is related to the 'center' ('central') and how it is done 'in a manner' ('-ly'). This helps you remember that 'centrally' refers to something done in a way that relates to the center.

Visually Confused Words
uncentrally
ventrally
subcentrally
retrally
mentally
enthrall
dentally
eccentrically
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