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Meaning of semi
The primary meaning of the word "semi" is related to something that is partial, halfway, or incomplete.
Etymology of semi
The word "semi" comes from Latin, where it meant "half" and was used as a prefix to form words that indicated a partial or halfway state
The Latin word "semi" is derived from the Proto-Indo-European root "semi-", which also meant "half" and is the source of many other English words related to halves or partial states
Synonyms
partial
halfway
incomplete
part
incomplete
imperfect
limited
restricted
moderate
middle
intermediate
midway
half
fragmentary
sectional
divided
incomplete
piecemeal
gradual
incremental
transitional
provisional
tentative
approximate
quasi
pseudo
makeshift
stopgap
provisional
temporary
interim
midway
median
average
moderate
reasonable
fair
partway
fragmentary
sectional
incomplete
halfway
limited
imperfect
deficient
short
unfinished
uncompleted
undeveloped
Definitions
- Used to form adjectives that indicate a partial or halfway state, such as semi-detached or semi-conscious
- Used to form nouns that indicate a partial or incomplete version of something, such as a semi-final
- Indicating a state that is intermediate between two others, such as semi-luxury or semi-formal
Usage Examples
- The house was semi-detached, with a shared wall between it and the neighboring property
- She was semi-conscious after the accident, but able to respond to questions
- The team won the semi-final and will play in the final next week
- The semi-arid region was prone to droughts and had limited vegetation
Antonyms
complete
whole
entire
total
full
perfect
finished
developed
mature
absolute
utter
thorough
comprehensive
exhaustive
detailed
perfect
intact
unbroken
uninterrupted
continuous
whole
intact
unimpaired
undamaged
flawless
faultless
impeccable
errorless
mistake-free
unblemished