Halfway ( adjective , adverb )

(As an adjective)

Halfway ( adjective )

1. At an equal distance from two limits or extremes.
2. Equally distant from two points or limits.
3. In the middle of a course or journey.
4. At or near the middle of a range or period.
5. Partially, not fully.

Origin:

Mid 16th century (as an adverb): from half + way.

Examples:

1. They met halfway between their two homes.
2. We're halfway through the book.
3. The meeting was halfway over.
4. We're halfway to our destination.
5. He was only halfway listening to her.

(As an adverb)

Halfway ( adverb )

1. At an equal distance from two limits or extremes.
2. Equally distant from two points or limits.
3. In the middle of a course or journey.
4. At or near the middle of a range or period.
5. Partially, not fully.

Origin:

Mid 16th century (as an adverb): from half + way.

Examples:

1. They met halfway between their two homes.
2. We're halfway through the book.
3. The meeting was halfway over.
4. We're halfway to our destination.
5. He was only halfway listening to her.