peripherally (C1)

adverb

Pronunciation: /pəˈrɪfərəli/

Definition

In a way that is not central or important; at the edge of something.

Examples

• The report touched only peripherally on the economic impact, focusing mostly on social changes.

• She was aware of the conversation peripherally while concentrating on her work.

• Although he was involved peripherally in the project, he didn't attend the main meetings.

Synonyms of peripherally

Words with a similar meaning to peripherally:

• tangentially
• incidentally
• marginally
• secondarily

Antonyms of peripherally

Words with the opposite meaning to peripherally:

• centrally
• primarily

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