Synonyms for
Centre
Definition
The middle point of something or the place where an activity happens.
Synonyms & similar words
sum
meat
concentrate
nervecentre
nervecenter
essence
nittygritty
centreofattention
center
focus
core
substance
pith
inwardness
rivet
heartandsoul
heart
middle
midpoint
centerofattention
pore
centre
nub
eye
marrow
middle
heart
core
focus
hub
nucleus
pivot
midpoint
midst
eye
centermost
mid
midway
interior
inside
inward
centered
centralized
Synonyms by register
Antonyms
Common collocations
- city centre
- town centre
- centre of attention
- centre of gravity
- centre stage
- centre line
- centre of the universe
Word family
Usage note
The spelling 'center' is more common in American English, while 'centre' is standard in British English. Both are acceptable depending on the dialect.
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Example sentences
- The center of the circle is the point where all points on the circle are equidistant from.
- The town center is always busy with people.
- The center of the stage is where the performer stood.
- The center of attention was the new puppy.
- The solar system has the sun as its center.
Quotes
The center of every man's existence is a dream.
In the midst of movement and chaos, keep stillness inside of you.
The center that I cannot find is known to my unconscious mind.