Recenter: meaning, definitions and examples

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recenter

 

[ riːˈsɛntər ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

adjust position

To recenter means to change the center or focus of something back to its original or desired position. This can be used in various contexts such as meditation, graphic design, or even in physical health to regain balance.

Synonyms

readjust, realign, refocus, reposition

Examples of usage

  • She needed to recenter herself after a stressful day at work.
  • In the design software, you can recenter the image by using the alignment tools.
  • The yoga instructor taught us how to recenter our thoughts during practice.
Context #2 | Verb

emotional state

Recenter can also refer to the process of regaining emotional stability or clarity after a challenge or disturbance. It often involves self-reflection and grounding techniques.

Synonyms

calm, center, stabilize

Examples of usage

  • After the argument, he took a moment to recenter before continuing the conversation.
  • She practiced deep breathing to help her recenter after feeling overwhelmed.
  • Journaling can be a great way to recenter your thoughts and feelings.

Translations

Translations of the word "recenter" in other languages:

🇵🇹 recentrar

🇮🇳 पुनः केंद्रित करना

🇩🇪 zentrale neu ausrichten

🇮🇩 menempatkan kembali

🇺🇦 переналаштувати

🇵🇱 przywrócić do centrum

🇯🇵 再中心にする

🇫🇷 recentrer

🇪🇸 recentrar

🇹🇷 merkezlemek

🇰🇷 재중앙화하다

🇸🇦 إعادة المركز

🇨🇿 znovu centrovat

🇸🇰 znovu centrálniť

🇨🇳 重新中心化

🇸🇮 ponovno osredotočiti

🇮🇸 endurstilla

🇰🇿 қайта орталықтандыру

🇬🇪 მრავალცენტრირება

🇦🇿 yenidən mərkəzləşdirmək

🇲🇽 recentrar

Etymology

The term 'recenter' is formed by the prefix 're-' which means to do something again, and 'center' which refers to the middle point of something. The usage of 'center' can be traced back to the Latin word 'centrum', meaning 'a space in the middle'. The conjunction of these terms emphasizes the act of returning to or adjusting the center of something—be it physical space, emotional state, or focus. In contemporary usage, particularly since the late 20th century, 'recenter' has gained popularity in fields such as psychology, physical fitness, and even personal development. The concept of recentering has been integral to practices that involve mindfulness, balance, and well-being, reflecting a broader cultural interest in maintaining mental and emotional health.