periphery
1 antonyms and opposites of periphery, grouped by meaning.
Noun — The outer edge, boundary, or fringe of something.
Antonyms
How to use periphery
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
Via Middle French periphérie, from Greek peripherēs ("carried around").
Full origin of periphery →Frequently asked questions
What does “periphery” mean?
The word “periphery” means the outer edge, boundary, or fringe of something. In plain terms, the outer edge or fringe of an area, group, or topic — as opposed to its center or core.
How do you pronounce “periphery”?
“Periphery” is pronounced puh-RIHF-uh-ree (/pəˈɹɪf.ə.ɹi/ in IPA).
How do you use “periphery” in a sentence?
Here is “periphery” used in a sentence: “New housing developments sprang up on the periphery of the city.”
What is the opposite of “periphery”?
The opposite of “periphery” — its antonyms — is center.
What part of speech is “periphery”?
“Periphery” is a noun.
Where does the word “periphery” come from?
The word “periphery” comes from Middle French. Via Middle French periphérie, from Greek peripherēs ("carried around").
Is “periphery” a common word?
“Periphery” is an uncommon word in modern English.