betwixt

[bih-twiks]

betwixt Definition

  • 1between
  • 2in an intermediate position or relation

Using betwixt: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "betwixt" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The house is betwixt the two hills.

  • Example

    He was caught betwixt a rock and a hard place.

  • Example

    She stood betwixt her parents in the family photo.

betwixt Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for betwixt

Phrases with betwixt

  • in a state of uncertainty or indecision

    Example

    He was betwixt and between about which job offer to accept.

  • neither fish nor fowl (nor good red herring)

    not easily categorized, not fitting into any clear category or type

    Example

    The new product was neither fish nor fowl, making it difficult to market.

  • in a state of uncertainty or neglect; in an intermediate state or condition

    Example

    The project was in limbo until the funding was secured.

Origins of betwixt

from Middle English 'betwix', from Old English 'betweox', from 'be-' (by) + 'tweox' (two, both)

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Summary: betwixt in Brief

'Betwixt' [bih-twiks] means 'between' or 'in an intermediate position or relation.' It is used as a preposition or adverb and is synonymous with 'amidst' and 'among.' The phrase 'betwixt and between' denotes a state of uncertainty or indecision, while 'neither fish nor fowl' describes something that does not fit into any clear category. 'In limbo' refers to a state of uncertainty or neglect.