1
: occurring in the middle of a process or series
an intermediate stage of growth
2
: relating to or having the knowledge or skill of someone who is more advanced than a beginner but not yet an expert
I'm taking intermediate French this year.
an intermediate swimming class
an intermediate swimmer
plural intermediates
: a person who has the knowledge or skill of someone who is more advanced than a beginner but not yet an expert
a class for intermediates
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“Intermediate.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/intermediate. Accessed 8 Apr. 2026.
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