centrality

noun

cen·​tral·​i·​ty sen-ˈtra-lə-tē How to pronounce centrality (audio)
plural centralities
1
: the quality or state of being central
the centrality of television in our livesPopular 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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In their fall 2026 collections overall, exhibitors drew on their heritage, revisiting signature fibers, legacy patterns and traditional weaving techniques, spotlighting the centrality of natural materials. Andrea Onate, Footwear News, 11 July 2025 The industry is reinforced by the National Association of Realtors (NAR), a patchwork of state-level regulations, and the centrality of MLS platforms. Ilona Limonta-Volkova, Forbes.com, 15 July 2025 But as Wolfers warns, premising financial decisions on the assumption Trump will backtrack underestimates the centrality of tariffs to his economic agenda. Hugh Cameron, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 July 2025 Despite later legal disputes over song credits, the other band members acknowledged Brian’s centrality. The Editorial Board, Oc Register, 19 June 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 20 Aug. 2025.

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