Definition
midterm
noun
- an examination given in the middle of an academic term
- the middle of a term of office
adjective
- occurring in or relating to the middle of a term
Examples
- I have three midterms next week.
- She studied all night for her chemistry midterm.
- The midterm elections are held halfway through the president’s term.
- His approval ratings dropped at midterm.
- The midterm break gives students a chance to rest.
- Midterm grades will be posted online tomorrow.
- The senator announced his retirement at midterm.