centrality

noun

cen·​tral·​i·​ty sen-ˈtra-lə-tē How to pronounce centrality (audio)
plural centralities
Synonyms of centralitynext
1
: the quality or state of being central
… the centrality of television in our lives.Popular Photography
2
: central situation
the centrality of the park in the city
3
: tendency to remain in or at the center

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This year welcomes her first novel, a story of girl teenagedom and yearning, and an older male professor that takes up the centrality of the protagonist’s obsession. Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 6 Jan. 2026 The centrality of Nvidia remains a mystery to all but those who have actually studied the company. Jim Cramer, CNBC, 4 Jan. 2026 The holiday soon became another tool for Stalin to reinforce his power and centrality in Soviet life. Andrew Fedorov, The Atlantic, 31 Dec. 2025 Along with security guarantees, previous rounds of talks have also highlighted the centrality of territory in negotiations, and Zelensky made no comment in statements overnight on any readiness to discuss possible land swaps. Billy Stockwell, CNN Money, 23 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for centrality

Word History

First Known Use

1642, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of centrality was in 1642

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“Centrality.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/centrality. Accessed 14 Jan. 2026.

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