medium

/mˈiːdi‌əm/

/ˈmidiəm/

medium

describing a size that is neither too big nor too small, but rather in the middle

synonyms : average

(of meat) cooked in a way that there is only a small amount of pink flesh inside

Medium

a means that is used for the purpose of communicating or expressing something

the surrounding environment

an intervening substance through which signals can travel as a means for communication

(bacteriology) a nutrient substance (solid or liquid) that is used to cultivate micro-organisms

an occupation for which you are especially well suited

synonyms : metier

(usually plural) transmissions that are disseminated widely to the public

someone who serves as an intermediary between the living and the dead

synonyms : sensitive

a state that is intermediate between extremes; a middle position

(biology) a substance in which specimens are preserved or displayed

the material or substance used by the artist to create the artwork, such as oil, acrylic, watercolor, etc.

an intervening substance through which something is achieved

Examples

1. The media, as always, played an important part in the election campaign.

2. The media portrayed the politician in a bad light, focusing only on their past mistakes.

3. The government has loosened its hold on the media considerably.

4. The court case is being closely watched by the media.