Word: Central
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Located in the middle or important part of something.
Synonyms: Middle, main, focal
Antonyms: Peripheral, outer, marginal
Example 1: The central park in our town is a lovely place to have picnics with friends.
Example 2: The teacher explained that the central theme of the story is about friendship and loyalty.
Example 3: The central statue in the square commemorates the history of our city.
Did you know that the word "central" comes from the Latin word "centralis," which means "of the centre"? It has been used in English since the late 15th century!
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1. What does "central" mean?
a) Located on the edge
b) Located in the middle
c) Not important
d) Behind something
Answer: b) Located in the middle
2. Which of these is a synonym of "central"?
a) Outer
b) Main
c) Far
d) Invisible
Answer: b) Main
3. Which of the following is an antonym of "central"?
a) Core
b) Centralised
c) Peripheral
d) Essential
Answer: c) Peripheral
4. Which sentence uses "central" correctly?
a) The central cat ran across the garden.
b) My birthday is central to summer fun.
c) We went to the central store to buy groceries.
d) The cake was central for the party.
Answer: d) The cake was central for the party.
5. What does the phrase "at the centre of attention" mean?
a) To feel ignored
b) To be the main focus of interest
c) To leave the party
d) To join a group
Answer: b) To be the main focus of interest
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