English dictionary
moderate
adjectivePronunciation
ˈmɑdəɹət
Audio pronunciation
Parts of speech
Definitions
adjective
- not extreme
adjective
- being within reasonable or average limits; not excessive or extreme
adjective
- marked by avoidance of extravagance or extremes
noun
- a person who takes a position in the political center
verb
- make less fast or intense
verb
- make more temperate, acceptable, or suitable by adding something else
verb
- preside over
verb
- make less strong or intense; soften
verb
- make less severe or harsh
verb
- lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits
Example sentences
a moderate penalty
temperate in his response to criticism
moderate prices
a moderate income
a moderate fine
moderate demands
a moderate estimate
moderate in his demands
restrained in his response
moderate your speed
she tempered her criticism
John moderated the discussion
Tone down that aggressive letter
The author finally tamed some of his potentially offensive statements
He moderated his tone when the students burst out in tears
moderate your alcohol intake
hold your tongue
hold your temper
control your anger