centerpiece

noun

cen·​ter·​piece ˈsen-tər-ˌpēs 

ˈse-nər-

1

: an object occupying a central position

especially : an adornment in the center of a table

2

: one that is of central importance or interest in a larger whole

the centerpiece of a political agenda

Synonyms of centerpiece

• core
• essence
• heart
• root
• kernel
• point

Examples of centerpiece in a Sentence

resolution of the original dispute became the centerpiece of the negotiations

Recent Examples on the Web

The arts will be the centerpiece of our cultural ecosystem. —Glenn Davis, Chicago Tribune, 3 May 2026

Hadid also shared photos of an abundant bouquet of orange flowers as the centerpiece on the table, alongside a photo of a horse outside. —Madison E. Goldberg, PEOPLE, 2 May 2026

Musk’s testimony was the centerpiece of the trial’s first week. —Ashley Capoot, CNBC, 2 May 2026

The ultimate goal, the centerpiece of the plan, is to reach a recycling rate of 75%. —Rafael Olmeda, Sun Sentinel, 2 May 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1803, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for centerpiece

• altarpiece
• frontispiece
• mantelpiece
• masterpiece
• pilates
• summarise
• syntheses
• apiece
• aris
• assise
• caprice
• cerise

Kids Definition

centerpiece

noun

cen·​ter·​piece ˈsent-ər-ˌpēs 

: a piece put in the center of something and especially a decoration (as flowers) for the center of a table