B1adjectiveurbanpolitics
US/ˈsen.trəl/
UK/ˈsen.trəl/
in or near the middle of a place; also main or most important
In context
We stayed in a central hotel, close to everything.
Family is central to Vietnamese culture, especially during Tet.
The central bank raised interest rates again to slow down rising prices.
Words that go with central
adjective + noun
- central roleTeachers play a central role in children's lives.
- central bankThe central bank controls the money supply.
- central heatingOur flat in London had central heating.
- central locationThe office is in a central location.
adjective + preposition
- central toTrust is central to any good relationship.