middle

/ˈmɪd.l̩/ /ˈmɪdl̩/

Definitions

1. noun

a point or position that is halfway between two extremes, or a part that is situated in the center of something.

“The middle of the road was where the accident occurred.”

2. adjective

situated in the middle or halfway between two extremes, or having a position or quality that is intermediate.

“The middle child of the family is usually spoiled.”

3. adverb

to a moderate or intermediate degree.

“The new policy was implemented middle of the way.”

4. verb

to bring to the middle or center.

“The teacher asked the students to middle the books on the table.”

Synonyms

  • center
  • central
  • centre
  • intermediate

Antonyms

  • outer
  • outermost
  • periphery