centerpiece

Thân thiện

A beautiful floral centerpiece sits in the middle of the dining table.

Definition

Noun: 1. A decorative object placed in the center of something, especially a dining table. 2. The central or most important feature, element, or event of something.

Usage

The word "centerpiece" is used to describe either a physical object that serves as a focal point or a metaphorical element that is the primary focus of attention or importance.

Examples

• As a physical object:

  • The floral centerpiece on the table was beautiful.
  • She created a stunning centerpiece for the holiday dinner using candles and pinecones.

• As the most important feature:

  • The new tax reform is the centerpiece of the government's economic plan.
  • The quarterback's performance was the centerpiece of the team's victory.

Advanced Usage

• "to be/serve as the centerpiece of": To function as the main or most important part.
  • The research paper will serve as the centerpiece of his presentation to the committee.

Variants and Related Words

• Centrepiece: An alternative spelling, chiefly used in British English.
• Focal point: A synonym, especially when referring to the central feature of attention.
• Centerpiece (verb form, rare): To make something the central feature. (e.g., )

Synonyms

• Focal point
• Highlight
• Main attraction
• Center of attention
• Keystone (for an essential part)

Antonyms

• Periphery
• Side note
• Minor detail

Related Phrases

• Take center stage: To become the main focus of attention. (While related, this is a distinct idiom and not a phrasal verb of "centerpiece").
  • The issue of climate change has taken center stage in global discussions.

Học thuật

Noun

1. something placed at the center of something else (as on a table)
2. the central or most important feature
   • education was the centerpiece of the Democratic Party's political platform

Từ đồng nghĩa

• centrepiece