adjective

central

Translation

central, main, principal, key

The central park is a popular spot.

This is the central theme of the book.

The company has a central office in the city.

central ((noun)) (describing location or importance) We live in a central location.

central to ((sth.)) (essential for something) Communication is central to our success.

Synonyms: main, key, core; Antonyms: peripheral, secondary

From Latin 'centralis', from 'centrum' (centre). It is related to 'centre'.

'Central' is the adjective form of 'centre'. If something is in the centre, it is central.