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halftime Synonyms
Another word for halftime
Choosing another word for halftime depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• noun (Context 1)
The intermission or break between the two halves of a game or match in sports such as football, basketball, or soccer, or the point in time at which the first half ends.
Usage Example
"The coach gave an inspiring speech in the locker room during intermission."
Strong
intermission
interval
break
• adjective (Context 2)
Involving or working for half of the standard number of hours in a workweek or academic schedule.
Usage Example
"She accepted a part-time administrative position so she could continue her graduate studies."
Strong
part-time
Opposites of halftime
The opposite of halftime shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
full-time
double-time
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Halftime. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/halftime