MIDPOINT Synonyms: 22 Similar and Opposite Words

midpoint

noun

ˈmid-ˌpȯint

Definition of midpoint

as in middle

a middle point between extremes always choose a wine that is at the midpoint of the range of prices on the list

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as in midst

an area or point that is an equal distance from all points along an edge or outer surface that house is the precise midpoint of the school district

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Recent Examples of midpoint Even at its midpoint the overall light never became so dim that the second hand on a watch was hard to see. — Joe Rao, Space.com, 20 Aug. 2026 However, the closure of the National Tunnel cuts off all travelers at the midpoint. — Megan Shinn, CBS News, 17 Aug. 2026 Just past the midpoint of the race, Decker steps on Budd’s heel, causing Budd to stumble and Decker to trip over Budd. — Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 10 Aug. 2026 The median is the midpoint, with half of balances above it and half below. — Kristin Vance Richards, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for midpoint

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Noun

With the Seminoles staring at the end zone from the 4-yard line, Daniels faked the pitch left, kept the football and charged straight up the middle, steamrolling through Virginia safety Christian Ellis before crashing into the end zone.

— Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 4 Oct. 2026
Plumas National Forest, California About 100 miles northeast of California’s state capital, Derek Young stood in the middle of a clearing in Plumas National Forest.

— Taylor Romine, CNN Money, 4 Oct. 2026

Definition of middle

Noun

In some rooms, the tubs are in the midst of the living area, which cuts into modesty a bit.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
Wellness Is Key Her team is also in the midst of evolving the wellness experience, through discovery, authenticity, wellness and personalized service, also supported by stronger storytelling and long-term brand evolution.

— Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 5 Oct. 2026

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