periphery
2 synonyms and 1 antonyms for periphery, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The outer edge, boundary, or fringe of something.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
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.