midlife

noun

mid·​life ˈmid-ˈlīf How to pronounce midlife (audio)
Synonyms of midlifenext
midlife adjective

Examples of midlife in a Sentence

changes that occur at midlife
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During a recent sit-down with Flow Space, Monaghan shared what this busy new chapter has taught her about midlife friendship, protecting her energy and making wellness feel doable, even when life is anything but slow. Mara Santilli, Flow Space, 2 July 2026 Fitness Forties argues the workout fits the realities of midlife. Samantha Agate, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 1 July 2026 Melinda French Gates announced $215 million in new philanthropic funding for women's health through Pivotal—with menopause and midlife care named as a priority for the first time—bringing her two-year total commitment to more than $600 million. Geri Stengel, Forbes.com, 29 June 2026 For example, glucose metabolism, which provides energy to the brain, declines in midlife. Stephanie Anderson Witmer, Health, 24 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for midlife

Word History

First Known Use

1807, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of midlife was in 1807

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“Midlife.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/midlife. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.

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midlife

noun
mid·​life ˈmid-ˈlīf How to pronounce midlife (audio)
midlife adjective

Medical Definition

midlife

noun
mid·​life
(ˈ)mid-ˈlīf

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