Meaning & use

Intermediately

adverb·Academic

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In an intermediate manner or degree; occupying a middle position between two extremes.

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The dish was seasoned intermediately, neither too bland nor too spicy.

Her skill level falls intermediately between beginner and expert.

A note on using this word

This adverb form of "intermediate" is uncommon in everyday speech; "moderately" or "in between" is often preferred in casual writing.

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moderatelymidwayin between

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