Centripetal (Adj.):
Pronunciation: \sen-ˈtri-pə-təl\
Word Meaning: Centripetal is an adjective used to describe a force or object that is directed toward a center or central point. It is often employed in physics and mechanics to refer to a force that acts inward, pulling objects or substances toward the center of a circular path.
Uses in Sentence:
- The centripetal force keeps the planets in orbit around the sun.
- When a car takes a turn, the friction between the tires and the road acts as a centripetal force.
- The washing machine uses a centripetal force to keep the clothes moving toward the center.
Synonyms:
- Inward
- Centralizing
- Converging
- Focusing
- Attracting
Antonyms:
- Centrifugal
- Outward
- Divergent
- Dispersive
- Expanding
Word Meaning in Hindi: केन्द्रीय (Kendriya) is the Hindi equivalent for centripetal.
Word uses in Hindi:
- विज्ञान शिक्षक ने छात्रों को समझाया कि गुरुत्वाकर्षण को केन्द्रीय बल कहा जाता है जो प्रदीप्ति को एक ही स्थान पर केंद्रित करता है। (The science teacher explained to the students that gravitational force is called centripetal force, which centers the objects at one point of illumination.)
- दुर्ग ने अपनी सेना को केन्द्रीय स्थिति में रखकर विजय प्राप्त की। (The fortress achieved victory by maintaining its army in a centripetal position.)