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Borderline
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Simple meaning
What does Borderline mean?
Borderline means close to a limit or between two categories.
Dictionary definition
Close to a limit or edge between two categories; a borderline is also a line that marks a border.
Example sentences
Borderline in a sentence
easy
The answer was borderline correct.
medium
The score was borderline, so the teacher reviewed it again.
hard
The weather was borderline safe for the hike, so the group chose an easier trail.
Synonyms
Words like Borderline
uncertainUse when something is not clearly one thing or another.
near the limitA simple phrase for borderline.
Antonyms
Opposite words
Word family
Borderline word family
Base word
border
adjective
borderline
Close to a limit or between categories.
noun
borderlines
Lines that mark borders.
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Practice 1
What does borderline mean?
Borderline means something is close to a limit or not clearly in one category.
Practice 2
Which phrase is closest in meaning to borderline?
Near the limit is close in meaning to borderline.
Practice 3
Which word is an antonym of borderline?
Definite means clear or certain, while borderline is less clear.
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