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centripetal

adjective

/sɛnˈtrɪpɪtəl/

Meaning

Moving or directed toward a center.

Centripetal force keeps the planets in orbit around the sun.

inward, converging, focusing, central

centrifugal, outward

centripetal force, centripetal motion, centripetal acceleration

Consisting of two atoms.

Engaging or ready to engage in physically energetic pursuits; participating.

likely to spread to and affect others; infectious

like or characteristic of Achilles; strong but vulnerable

able to be returned or given back

conforming to traditional beliefs or practices