midpoint

noun

mid·​point ˈmid-ˌpȯint How to pronounce midpoint (audio)
-ˈpȯint
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: a point at or near the center or middle

Synonyms of midpoint

Examples of midpoint in a Sentence

The crowd begins to leave after the midpoint of the final period. The team is in last place at the midpoint of the season. the midpoint between her knee and ankle The train stopped to refuel at the midpoint between New York and Chicago. the midpoint of one side of the rectangle
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The suggestion set the internet ablaze with speculation shortly after Bad Bunny made the gesture around the halftime show's midpoint. Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 9 Feb. 2026 The midpoint of that outlook translates to sales growing by 25% this year. Annika Kim Constantino, CNBC, 4 Feb. 2026 Boise State committed zero turnovers throughout the first 10 minutes and led 26-24 at the midpoint of the first half. Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 31 Jan. 2026 Fans were chanting for James’ son, Bronny, to come in the game before the midpoint of the third quarter. Oc Register, 31 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for midpoint

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of midpoint was in the 14th century

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“Midpoint.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/midpoint. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.

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midpoint

noun
mid·​point ˈmid-ˌpȯint How to pronounce midpoint (audio)
: a point at or near the center or middle

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