centripetal

[senˈtrɪpɪtl]

centripetal Definition

• 1. moving or directed towards a center or axis
• 2. acting as a center of gravity or centrifugal force

Using centripetal: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "centripetal" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The centripetal force of the spinning top keeps it upright.

• Example

  The company's centripetal strategy focuses on consolidating its core business.

• Example

  The centripetal acceleration of the moon keeps it in orbit around the Earth.

centripetal Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for centripetal

• central
• convergent
• focal
• homocentric
• radial

Antonyms for centripetal

• centrifugal
• divergent

Phrases with centripetal

• centripetal motion

  motion that is directed towards a center or axis

  Example

  The planets move in centripetal motion around the sun.

• centripetal force

  a force that acts on a body moving in a circular path and is directed towards the center around which the body is moving

  Example

  The centripetal force of the car keeps it on the road when turning.

• centripetal acceleration

  the acceleration experienced by a body moving in a circular path, directed towards the center of the circle

  Example

  The centripetal acceleration of the roller coaster keeps the riders in their seats during loops.

Origins of centripetal

from New Latin 'centripetus', from Latin 'centrum' (center) + 'petere' (to seek)

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Summary: centripetal in Brief

The term 'centripetal' [senˈtrɪpɪtl] describes motion or force that is directed towards a center or axis. It can be used to describe physical phenomena like the centripetal force of a car turning, or more abstract concepts like a company's centripetal strategy. 'Centripetal' has synonyms like 'central' and 'homocentric,' and antonyms like 'centrifugal' and 'divergent.'