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median Synonyms
Another word for median
Choosing another word for median 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 middle value in a mathematically sorted data set, separating the higher half from the lower half.
Usage Example
"Since there were highly skewed outlier salaries in the company, the midpoint was a better indicator of typical pay than the average."
Strong
midpoint
average
Weak
mean
• noun (Context 2)
A strip of land, physical barrier, or paved area separating opposing lanes of traffic on a divided road or highway.
Usage Example
"The driver lost control on the icy bridge and slid into the grassy median strip."
Strongest
median strip
central reservation
Strong
divider
island
traffic island
Opposites of median
The opposite of median shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
outlier
extreme
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Median. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/median