Synonyms for

Middling

Verb / ˈmɪdʌlɪŋ / / ˈmɪdlɪŋ / Another word for middling — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

of moderate or average size, quality, or ability

Synonyms & similar words

fairly jolly mediocre unreasonably middle immoderately average somewhat moderately passably reasonably pretty fair mediocre average ordinary decent modest fair tolerable passable so-so middlingly reasonably relatively comparatively moderately adequately respectably satisfactorily

Example sentences

  1. The book was only middling, not great but not terrible either.
  2. He had a middling performance in his exam, not too good and not too bad.
  3. The restaurant had middling reviews, but we still decided to give it a try.
  4. The weather was middling, not too hot and not too cold.
  5. She had a middling talent for singing, not the best but not the worst either.

Quotes

  • 'Middling fortunes are the best fortunes; for they keep a man above the want of necessity and below the temptation of vice.' - Charles Caleb Colton
  • 'The mind that is wise mourns less for what age takes away; than what it leaves behind.' - William Wordsworth
  • 'The life of man is a struggle on earth. But without a cross, without a struggle, we get nowhere. The victory will be ours if we continue our efforts courageously, even when at times they appear futile.' - Boniface Wimmer

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