centered
/ˈsɛn.təd/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
Middlemost; located at the center.
Adjective
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
Emotionally stable, calm, serene; having a balanced mind.
AdjectiveRegister: US
Examples
So we had group sessions where everybody took acid together, with a group person who was a guide to keep everybody centered, because the doses were incredibly strong, incredibly strong.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “centered” mean?
Middlemost; located at the center.
Is “centered” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.