centered

adjective

cen·​tered ˈsen-tərd 

ˈse-nərd

1

: having a center

—often used in combination

a dark-centered coneflower

2

: having a center of curvature

—often used in combination

a 3-centered arch

3

: emotionally stable and secure

centeredness

ˈsen-tərd-nəs 

ˈse-nərd-

noun

Examples of centered in a Sentence

She struggled with depression for years, but she's more centered now and able to live a full life.

Recent Examples on the Web

Rosenkrantz is played in the two-hander by Rebecca Hall with warmth and humor and a physical ease that makes Linda much more centered and self-contained than Whishaw’s chain-smoking, often fidgeting Peter. —David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter, 27 Jan. 2025

This function is particularly beneficial in environments with background noise, helping users stay centered and productive. —Lauren Carpenter, USA TODAY, 10 Jan. 2025

The grounding energy of the new moon in Capricorn on December 30 will close out both the month and 2024 in a more centered and motivated way. —Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Dec. 2024

Whether through personal practices like journaling or professional environments that promote mindful engagement, mindfulness provides a pathway to a more centered, fulfilling life. —Open Up, Forbes, 30 Sep. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1829, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing centered

• body-centered
• face-centered
• self-centered