Midst/mɪdst/ Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Physical Space Used to emphasize a specific area or position within a larger area. The old oak tree stood in the midst of the garden. Pro Tip 2/3During Events Indicates a point within an ongoing event or time period. She received a phone call in the midst of the ceremony. Pro Tip 3/3Not Literal Can be metaphorical, not always a physical middle. In the midst of chaos, her calm voice was reassuring.