Centripetal
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /sɛnˈtɹɪp.ə.tl̩/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Centripetal is an adjective meaning Directed or moving towards a centre.
Meaning
Directed or moving towards a centre.
More Meanings
- (neuroanatomy, of a nerve impulse) Directed towards the central nervous system; afferent.
Example Sentences
It was a centripetal time, with me at the centre, everything gravitating towards me.
Synonyms for centripetal
Depending on context, synonyms include receptive, sensory, afferent, unifying.
Antonyms for centripetal
Common opposites include centrifugal.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include unifying, afferent, sensory, receptive, centralizing, centric.
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