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centripetal

[senˈtrɪpɪtl]

centripetal Definition

  • 1moving or directed towards a center or axis
  • 2acting 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

Antonyms for centripetal

Phrases with centripetal

  • motion that is directed towards a center or axis

    Example

    The planets move in centripetal motion around the sun.

  • 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.

  • 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.'