MIDLIFE Synonyms: 23 Similar and Opposite Words

midlife

noun

Definition of midlife

as in adulthood

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Recent Examples of midlife But much of the brain-imaging research has looked at women around midlife and measured their brains at one point in time. — Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 25 Aug. 2026 The trend sits at the intersection of rucking culture, midlife menopause wellness, osteoporosis concerns and the broader shift toward ambient wellness routines. — Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 18 Aug. 2026 From Nicholas Stoller and Francesca Delbanco, Platonic follows a platonic pair of former best friends approaching midlife (Seth Rogen and Rose Byrne) who reconnect after a long rift. — Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 17 Aug. 2026 Everyday adults, especially those who are older or entering midlife, can also benefit. — Jenessa Connor, HEALTH, 17 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for midlife

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Noun

Now, people entering young adulthood and filing taxes will encounter an annual incentive to give that doesn’t require itemizing and that prompts them to learn about how to give back.

— Dale Bannon, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2026
Childhood was a distinct phase of life, not just nascent adulthood.

— Andrew Silow-Carroll, Sun Sentinel, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of adulthood

Noun

Over time, however, the construct of critical thinking has expanded to encompass personal development, emotional reflection, and dispositional traits such as inquisitiveness, self-confidence, and maturity.

— Ted Ladd, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026
Her coach at the academy, Daniel Gomez, told me that he was immediately struck by the maturity of her game.

— Albert Samaha, New Yorker, 29 Aug. 2026

Definition of maturity

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High blood pressure, abnormal blood lipids, abdominal fat and impaired glucose regulation don’t suddenly materialize in middle age.

— Paul McClure August 23, New Atlas, 23 Aug. 2026
Visualizing Middle-Age Malaise Whitaker’s approach to middle age appears throughout the series.

— Dana Feldman, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026

Definition of middle age

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Both are harvested at peak ripeness, unlike many grocery store tomatoes that are picked green to extend their shelf life.

— Anne Ewbank, Sacbee.com, 28 Aug. 2026
Because of this swath of wine country receives long hours of sunlight that contribute to the ripeness and the bold fruit flavors of the grapes grown here.

— Mike DeSimone, Robb Report, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of ripeness

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