borderline

//ˈbɔːdəlaɪn//
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Adjective

borderlineCanonical form
1

Only just acceptable in quality or as belonging to a category; on the edge between two conditions or states.

His test score was borderline, so the teacher gave him another chance.

2

Relating to or denoting a personality disorder characterized by instability of mood and behavior.

She was diagnosed with borderline personality disorder.

Noun

borderlineSingular
borderlinesPlural
1

A boundary or dividing line separating two areas, conditions, or categories.

The borderline between work and personal life is becoming increasingly blurred.