Synonyms for

Semi

Verb / ˈsemi: / / ˈsemaɪ / Another word for semi — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Semi means partly or somewhat.

Synonyms & similar words

truckingrig rig tractortrailer articulatedlorry semifinal trailertruck semitrailer Partial Half Partly Somewhat Incompletely Partially Part Moderately Slightly Rather Halfway Partially Partway Partially

Synonyms by register

Formal

partial partly incompletely

Informal

half sort of kind of a bit

Literary

halfway partly

Antonyms

complete whole full total entire unbroken

Common collocations

  • semi-final
  • semi-detached
  • semi-precious stone
  • semi-automatic weapon
  • semi-conscious
  • semi-finalist
  • semi-permanent

Word family

adjective seminal
adverb seminally

Usage note

The prefix 'semi-' means 'half' or 'partly'. It is often used to form compound adjectives or nouns, indicating something that is not fully or completely one thing or another.

Example sentences

  1. I have a semi-transparent umbrella that I use on rainy days.
  2. The semi-retired teacher still works part-time at the school.
  3. The semi-circle is half of a circle.
  4. The semi-dry desert is not completely dry.
  5. The semi-annual sale happens twice a year.

Quotes

  • I am semi-retired, but I still like to work on projects that interest me.
  • The glass was semi-opaque, so I couldn't see through it clearly.
  • I like my coffee semi-sweet with just a little bit of sugar.

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