Centripetal Force

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Synonyms Antonyms Collocations Idiomatic Expressions

Synonyms of centripetal force

inward force
center-seeking force

Antonyms of centripetal force

centrifugal force
outward force

Collocations of centripetal force

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Frequency: 80 %

The centripetal force kept the car moving in a circular path.

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Frequency: 65 %

The centripetal force is responsible for the motion of objects in circular orbits.

centripetal force
Frequency: 50 %

The centripetal force causes an acceleration towards the center of the circle.

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Frequency: 40 %

The centripetal force is essential for the rotation of the Earth around the Sun.

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Frequency: 35 %

The centripetal force affects the velocity of an object in circular motion.

Idiomatic Expressions for centripetal force

  • Phrase: tension centripetal force
    Meaning: the force exerted by a string or rope that keeps an object moving in a circular path
    Usage: The tension centripetal force from the rope allows the acrobat to swing in a perfect circle.