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peripherally

 

[ pəˈrɪfərəli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

medical

In a peripheral manner or position; on the edge; not centrally.

Synonyms

externally, marginally, superficially.

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Word Description / Examples
peripherally

Used to describe something that is on the outer edge or boundary of a central point. Often used in medical, technical, or spatial contexts.

  • She only noticed the shape peripherally as she focused on her work
  • The injury affected the nerves peripherally
externally

Applied to describe something outside or separate from a particular object or system. Often used in contrast to 'internally.'

  • The device must be connected externally to the computer
  • They resolved the issue using external consultants
marginally

Indicates a small or insignificant degree or amount. Often used in quantitative assessments or comparisons.

  • His performance improved only marginally after the training
  • The new policy has marginally affected the company's revenue
superficially

Describes something that is on or near the surface, lacking depth or thoroughness. Often has a negative connotation implying a lack of substantial understanding or detail.

  • She only looked at the problem superficially and didn't understand its complexity
  • The article covered the topic superficially without going into detail

Examples of usage

  • Chemotherapy can cause peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) line complications.
  • The medication works peripherally to reduce inflammation.
  • The nerve damage affects peripherally located nerves.
  • The tumor was found peripherally in the lung.
  • The doctor examined the patient peripherally before focusing on the main issue.

Translations

Translations of the word "peripherally" in other languages:

🇵🇹 perifericamente

🇮🇳 परिधीय रूप से

🇩🇪 peripher

🇮🇩 secara perifer

🇺🇦 периферійно

🇵🇱 peryferyjnie

🇯🇵 周辺的に

🇫🇷 périphériquement

🇪🇸 periféricamente

🇹🇷 periferik olarak

🇰🇷 주변으로

🇸🇦 طرفيًا

🇨🇿 periferně

🇸🇰 periférne

🇨🇳 外围地

🇸🇮 periferno

🇮🇸 jaðarlega

🇰🇿 шеткері

🇬🇪 პერიფერიულად

🇦🇿 periferik olaraq

🇲🇽 periféricamente

Etymology

The word 'peripherally' is derived from the word 'peripheral,' which originated from the late Middle English word 'peripherie,' from Old French 'peripherie,' from late Latin 'peripheria,' from Greek 'periphereia,' from 'peripherein' meaning 'carry around.' The term has been used in various fields such as medicine, technology, and geography to describe something situated on the edge or periphery.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #24,844, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.