Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

fifty-fifty

adjective/adverb
/ˈfɪfti ˈfɪfti/
Definition
An equal division or distribution of something, especially in terms of chances or shares.
Examples
  • We decided to split the bill fifty-fifty.
  • In the contest, the prize was shared fifty-fifty between the winners.
  • With her feelings, it was fifty-fifty; she was both excited and nervous.
Meaning
The term ‘fifty-fifty’ refers to a situation where there are two equal parts or outcomes, often used when discussing probabilities or split decisions.
Synonyms
  • equal
  • half and half
  • even