midlife

noun

mid·​life ˈmid-ˈlīf 

: middle age

midlife adjective

Examples of midlife in a Sentence

changes that occur at midlife

Recent Examples on the Web

Publication of a follow-up University of Cincinnati trial in a larger midlife, prediabetic cohort. — Samantha Agate, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 July 2026

The recall may be particularly relevant to women in midlife, when fluctuating estrogen levels can influence histamine activity and potentially intensify allergy symptoms. — Emily Cegielski, Flow Space, 22 July 2026

The film tells the story of Rita (Coon), a woman in midlife haunted by the weight of her past, encounters magnetic young spiritual leader Ricki (James) and leaves her family to follow her to an all-female commune. — Clayton Davis, Variety, 14 July 2026

Retired professional soccer players show signs of potential neurological impacts in midlife, according to new research. — Madeline Holcombe, CNN Money, 12 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1807, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing midlife

• midlife crisis

Rhymes for midlife

• alewife
• birdlife
• folklife
• housewife
• jackknife
• midwife
• nightlife
• penknife
• wildlife
• afterlife
• pocketknife
• knife

Kids Definition

midlife

noun

mid·​life ˈmid-ˈlīf 

: middle age

midlife adjective

Medical Definition

midlife

noun

mid·​life

(ˈ)mid-ˈlīf

: middle age