What is another word for midafternoon?

Pronunciation: [mɪdˈaftənˈuːn] (IPA)

Midafternoon is a term used to denote the time frame between noon and evening. However, there are several synonyms for this term that you can use to express the same meaning. Some of the synonyms that you can use instead of midafternoon include midday, mid-afternoon, afternoon, mid-afternoon period, mid-afternoon hours, mid-afternoon break, mid-afternoon tea, mid-afternoon snack, mid-afternoon nap, and mid-afternoon siesta. All of these synonyms imply the same time frame and can be used interchangeably. So next time you need to use the term midafternoon, try using one of these synonyms to mix up your vocabulary.

Synonyms for Midafternoon:

What are the hypernyms for Midafternoon?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the hyponyms for Midafternoon?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.

What are the holonyms for Midafternoon?

Holonyms are words that denote a whole whose part is denoted by another word.
  • holonyms for midafternoon (as nouns)

Usage examples for Midafternoon

However, he held out longer than she thought he could, and it was past midafternoon when he finally came.
"We Were There at the Oklahoma Land Run"
James Arthur Kjelgaard
At midafternoon Jerry went on a brief sortie, came back, and reported business was slow in the barbershop, which was not unusual for a Tuesday.
"The Electronic Mind Reader"
John Blaine
It was midafternoon when he left the Parker office-at least he thought it must be midafternoon until he consulted his watch and discovered that, to all intents and purposes, he had completely lost two hours.
"Flowing Gold"
Rex Beach

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