Synonyms for

Medium

Verb / ˈmi:di:ʌm / Another word for medium — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Medium refers to something that is in the middle of a range of sizes, quantities, or levels.

Synonyms & similar words

intermediate massmedium spiritualist culturemedium metier average sensitive average middling intermediate mean midpoint center moderate so-so tolerable passable fair reasonable halfway equidistant mid-range standard normal typical usual common

Synonyms by register

Formal

average intermediate middle moderate

Informal

halfway in-between so-so

Literary

mean central

Antonyms

extreme large huge excessive extreme major

Common collocations

  • medium rare
  • medium size
  • communication medium
  • medium heat
  • medium build
  • medium density
  • medium income

Word family

noun medium
adjective medium
adverb mediumly

Usage note

As an adjective, 'medium' often implies a size or degree between two extremes. As a noun, it can refer to a means of communication or a substance used in art.

Example sentences

  1. The cake recipe calls for a medium amount of sugar.
  2. She wears a medium-sized shoe.
  3. The temperature outside is medium.
  4. The restaurant offers medium-rare steak.
  5. I prefer a medium roast coffee.

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