intermediate
//ˌɪntərˈmiːdiət//
Adjective
intermediateCanonical form
1
Coming between two things in time, place, order, character, or degree; situated or occurring in the middle.
The intermediate stage of the project requires careful planning.
2
Having a level of knowledge or skill that is between basic and advanced.
This textbook is designed for intermediate learners.
Noun
intermediateSingular
intermediatesPlural
1
A person or thing that is intermediate; something in a middle position or state.
This course is designed for intermediates who have some basic knowledge.
2
A chemical compound formed as a stage in a reaction before the final product.
The chemist identified a reactive intermediate during the synthesis process.
Synonym
Verb
intermediateInfinitive
intermediatePresent tense
intermediatedPast tense
intermediatedPast participle
intermediatingPresent participle
intermediatesThird-person singular
1
To act as an intermediary; to mediate between parties.
She intermediated between the two companies to help them reach an agreement.