medial
6 synonyms and 1 antonym for medial, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Located in or near the middle rather than at either end.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use medial
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
medial position
medial side
medial nerve
Etymology
From Latin mediālis, built from medius ("middle") plus the adjective-forming suffix -ālis.
Full origin of medial →Frequently asked questions
What does “medial” mean?
The word “medial” means located in or near the middle rather than at either end. In plain terms, describes something positioned in the middle, whether in anatomy, language, or geometry.
How do you pronounce “medial”?
“Medial” is pronounced MEE-dee-uhl (/ˈmiː.di.əl/ in IPA).
How do you use “medial” in a sentence?
Here is “medial” used in a sentence: “The medial side of the knee faces the other leg.”
What part of speech is “medial”?
“Medial” is an adjective.
Where does the word “medial” come from?
The word “medial” comes from Latin. From Latin mediālis, built from medius ("middle") plus the adjective-forming suffix -ālis.
Is “medial” a common word?
“Medial” is an uncommon word in modern English.
