Synonyms for

Peripheral

Verb / pɜ:ˈɪfɜ:ʌl / / pɜ:ˈɪfrʌl / Another word for peripheral — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

relating to or situated on the edge or periphery of something

Synonyms & similar words

peripheraldevice central computerperipheral outer edge borderline marginal secondary accessory subsidiary incidental minor auxiliary supplementary supplemental supporting additional extra adjunct nonessential extraneous perimeter

Synonyms by register

Formal

secondary incidental auxiliary superficial

Informal

side extra minor on the side

Literary

outermost fringe marginal

Antonyms

central main essential primary core vital important

Common collocations

  • peripheral vision
  • peripheral device
  • peripheral nerve
  • peripheral component
  • peripheral blood
  • peripheral access

Word family

noun periphery
adjective peripheral

Usage note

Often used in technical contexts like computing (peripheral devices) or medicine (peripheral nerves). Can also refer to something of secondary importance.

Example sentences

  1. The printer is a peripheral device for a computer.
  2. The keyboard is a peripheral device for a computer.
  3. The monitor is a peripheral device for a computer.
  4. The scanner is a peripheral device for a computer.
  5. The microphone is a peripheral device for a computer.

Quotes

  • Our democracy is only as good as people's willingness to get involved and participate. That's why voting is so important. It's a way to make your voice heard on the issues that matter to you, whether they are national, state, or peripheral to your daily life. - Eric Garcetti
  • There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you. - Maya Angelou
  • The best way to predict the future is to create it. - Abraham Lincoln

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