Moderate
verb'mɑdɜrət
Adjective
not extreme
“a moderate penalty”
Similar:Temperatemarked by avoidance of extravagance or extremes
“moderate in his demands”
Similar:Restrainedbeing within reasonable or average limits; not excessive or extreme
“moderate prices”
“a moderate income”
“a moderate fine”
Noun
a person who takes a position in the political center
Similar:CentristModerationistType of:AdultGrownup
Verb
make less severe or harsh
“He moderated his tone when the students burst out in tears”
Type of:ModifyChangeAlterlessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits
“moderate your alcohol intake”
preside over
“John moderated the discussion”
make less fast or intense
“moderate your speed”
Type of:Deceleratemake less strong or intense; soften
Similar:TameType of:ModifyChangeAltermake more temperate, acceptable, or suitable by adding something else
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