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semi- — meaning in English

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English meaning

demi adjective Half or partial, used as a combining element in compound words.
half adj Equal to one of two equal parts of something.
semi noun A semi-detached house, sharing one wall with a neighbouring house.

Senses

semi- is used for these senses in English:

demi- half
half- half or partial; not complete

half — full definition

adj Equal to one of two equal parts of something.
adv Partially, or to an incomplete degree.
noun One of two equal parts into which something is divided.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Related Latin words

dīmidium sēmis dimidium semis