centrally
UK: ˈsɛntrəli | US: ˈsɛntrəli
adv. in a central or key position
adv. in a way that relates to a center or main point
The word "centrally" derives from the Latin "centralis," meaning "pertaining to a center," which itself comes from "centrum" (center). The suffix "-ly" is an Old English adverbial marker, turning the adjective "central" into an adverb. The morpheme "central" retains its core meaning of being at or near the center, while "-ly" modifies it to describe how an action is performed. This combination reflects a logical progression from spatial centrality to abstract emphasis (e.g., "centrally important").
The office is centrally located for easy access.
The theme of unity was centrally featured in her speech.
The city’s park is centrally positioned among major landmarks.
The government’s role was centrally debated in the meeting.
The theory hinges centrally on this single assumption.