Synonyms for half

Noun

1. one-half, half, common fraction, simple fraction

usage: one of two equal parts of a divisible whole; "half a loaf"; "half an hour"; "a century and one half"

2. half, playing period, period of play, play

usage: in various games or performances: either of two periods of play separated by an interval

Adjective

1. half(prenominal), fractional (vs. whole)

usage: consisting of one of two equivalent parts in value or quantity; "a half chicken"; "lasted a half hour"

2. half(prenominal), incomplete (vs. complete), uncomplete

usage: partial; "gave me a half smile"; "he did only a half job"

3. half (vs. whole)

usage: (of siblings) related through one parent only; "a half brother"; "half sister"

Adverb

1. half,half(prenominal)

usage: partially or to the extent of a half; "he was half hidden by the bushes"