Meaning of the word "midlife crisis" in English

What does "midlife crisis" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

midlife crisis

US /ˌmɪd.laɪf ˈkraɪ.sɪs/
UK /ˌmɪd.laɪf ˈkraɪ.sɪs/
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Noun

a period of emotional turmoil in middle age, characterized by a strong desire for change and a sense of lost youth

Example:
He bought a sports car as a response to his midlife crisis.
Many people experience a midlife crisis when they reach their late forties.