Synonyms for

Intermediate

Verb / ˌɪntɜ:ˈmi:di:ɪt / / ˌɪnɜ:ˈmi:di:ɪt / Another word for intermediate — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

being or occurring at the middle place, stage, or degree or between extremes

Synonyms & similar words

intercede arbitrate average medium mediate terminal liaise average middle medium moderate middling intermediary interposed intervening mean midway center central halfway median mid midmost neutral normative standard tolerable

Synonyms by register

Formal

middle in-between median central

Informal

mid-level halfway in the middle

Literary

interim transitional

Antonyms

final ultimate advanced expert primary beginning initial

Common collocations

  • intermediate stage
  • intermediate level
  • intermediate step
  • intermediate result
  • intermediate value
  • intermediate position
  • intermediate phase

Word family

noun intermediacy
adjective intermediate
adverb intermediately

Usage note

Often used to describe a stage or level between two others, such as in learning or development. Avoid using it for something that is merely 'average' unless it specifically refers to a middle position.

Example sentences

  1. The book is written for intermediate readers.
  2. The intermediate level gymnasts did a great job at the competition.
  3. She is taking an intermediate Spanish class.
  4. I am an intermediate skier and can handle most slopes.
  5. The test was too hard for the beginner level, but too easy for the advanced level, so it was at an intermediate level.

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