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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That window is shorter than most executives assume, as mental and physical declines often begin earlier than midlife, while the leader still feels fully capable and engaged. Julian Hayes Ii, Forbes.com, 24 June 2026 Today, the unicorn-status virtual clinic for midlife women announced an expansion of its prescription skincare line to include the new Copper Peptide Repair Cream, a product designed to address some very specific concerns from their patients. Maggie Ryan, Flow Space, 23 June 2026 Whether it’s used in adolescence, midlife or older age may make a big difference. Ariana Eunjung Cha, Washington Post, 18 June 2026 The Oscar winner says the supplement, long associated with bodybuilders and athletes, has become a key tool for managing one of the most disruptive symptoms women face in midlife. Samantha Agate, Kansas City Star, 17 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 25 Jun. 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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