Definitions

midway

[mid-wey, mid-wey] / ˈmɪdˈweɪ, ˈmɪdˌweɪ /

ADJECTIVE

middle

Synonyms

STRONGEST

halfway

STRONG

average center central inside intermediate mainstream mean median medium mezzo

WEAK

between betwixt and between centermost equidistant inner intervening medial mid middle-of-the-road middlemost midmost smack in the middle straddling the fence

Antonyms

STRONG

exterior extreme outside peripheral

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

And though mandatory three-minute hydration breaks midway through each half have been added, Trudeau questions their impact.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

He’d receive another chance midway through the next season with the Tampa Bay Lightning.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

Vegas Golden Knights defenseman Brayden McNabb was forced to leave Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Finals on Thursday after taking a puck to his face on a slap shot midway through the first period.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

Former Cine & TV Artistes' Association official Amit Behl said filmmakers often cannot afford to halt shoots midway, especially when a large crew or elaborate action sequences are involved.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

The sideshow is on the midway, which teems with activity.

From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen

Vocabulary lists containing midway

UCPS 6th Grade Roots List #3

Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!

Charlotte's Web

Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!

Water for Elephants

Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!