Betwixt — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adverb or preposition preposition /bi-ˈtwikst/ be·twixt

Meaning & Definition of Betwixt

Betwixt (adverb or preposition)

  1. between

Betwixt (preposition) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. in the space separating two things or people

    "took a seat betwixt two other passengers"

    similar: between, amid, among, mid, midst, through
    opposite: from, out of

Related Entry: Betwixt and between (adjective)

Betwixt and between is a different word from Betwixt. The synonyms below are for betwixt and between, not for betwixt.

  1. as in gray, borderline

    similar: borderline, gray, in-between, inmost, inner, innermost, nearest, equidistant, central, halfway, intermediary, intermediate, medial, median, mediate, medium, mid, middle, midmost
    opposite: extreme, farthermost, farthest, furthermost, furthest, outermost, outmost, remotest, utmost, outer, peripheral

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Betwixt

The most common words with a similar meaning to Betwixt:

between, amid, among, mid, midst, through

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Betwixt

Words with the opposite meaning of Betwixt:

from, out of

Origin & Etymology of Betwixt

Middle English, from Old English betwux, from be- + -twux (akin to Goth tweihnai two each) between

First known use: before 12th century

Words & Phrases Containing Betwixt

betwixt and between

Frequently Asked Questions about Betwixt

What does "Betwixt" mean?

"Betwixt" means between. As an an adverb or preposition and a preposition, it is defined as: between.

What is another word for "Betwixt"?

Other words for "Betwixt" include between, amid, among, mid, midst and through. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Betwixt" you intend.

What is the opposite of "Betwixt"?

Antonyms of "Betwixt" include from and out of.

How do you use "Betwixt" in a sentence?

Examples of "Betwixt" in a sentence: "took a seat betwixt two other passengers".

Is "Betwixt" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Betwixt" can be used as an adverb or preposition and a preposition, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Betwixt"?

"Betwixt" is pronounced /bi-ˈtwikst/ and divided into syllables as be·twixt.

What is the origin of the word "Betwixt"?

"Betwixt" comes from Middle English, from Old English betwux, from be- + -twux (akin to Goth tweihnai two each) between. First known use: before 12th century.

What is another word for "Betwixt" meaning "in the space separating two things or people"?

When "Betwixt" (preposition) means in the space separating two things or people, synonyms include between, amid, among, mid, midst and through. Opposites in this sense include from and out of.