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Average in amount, intensity, quality, or degree
“On a moderate level of intensity, such feelings would amount to what is usually categorized as cheerfulness.”
Low to average in cost or price
“The object of sound legislators on this subject ought to be to secure to the British consumers their food at a moderate price.”
Not excessive and within reason or due limits
“Under the circumstances, I believe that my demands are, in fact, quite moderate.”
Marked by moderate behavior not given to excesses
“Modesty generally refers to being unassuming or moderate in one's behavior or comportment.”
Tending to avoid extreme political ideas
“We are a group of like-minded individuals with moderate views on society and politics.”
Characterized by pleasant weather with moderate temperatures
“The city is known for its year-long moderate climate.”
Restraining behavior or appetite
Having a relaxed, friendly, or unofficial style, manner, or nature
Expressing subtlety of a particular quality as opposed to intense
Rather good than the contrary
Careful and prudent in one's speech or actions
Sensible or reasonable in a dispassionate manner
Lacking in speed
Having minimal or moderate impact during execution
Taking place or progressing at a slow or moderate pace
True to a certain degree or extent, especially in comparison
Generous and tireless with one's contributions of time, money, etc.
Averse to change or innovation and holding traditional values
Not varying or fluctuating greatly
Shy, extremely humble and modest
Seeking to minimize or reduce to a minimum
Favouring democracy, moderation, and non-violence
Denoting a standard level of quality or grade, neither exceptional nor poor
Limited or minor in scope or significance
Plain in nature or appearance, without ostentation
Somewhat warm or hot in temperature
Incomplete, or not having all the necessary or appropriate parts
Free from bias or prejudice
Lacking conviction or force
Partial or divided into parts
To make or become less extreme, intense, rigorous, or violent
“A cold front arrived, and temperatures would gradually begin to moderate.”
To keep under control, especially something that is increasing in intensity or extremity
“So great is the indignation which I have endured, and still, I must moderate my anger.”
To preside over a meeting, discussion, etc.
“I was invited to moderate a panel on best-rate guarantees and the role of such guarantees.”
To represent or estimate at less than the true value or importance
To exert a modifying or controlling influence on
To intervene in a dispute in order to bring about an agreement or reconciliation
To analyze with the intent of making changes
To contribute in some way to
A person with moderate (typically political) views
“As a moderate, I am often targeted for criticism by both sides.”
A person that strives to remove inequalities and ensure a level playing field
A person who believes in freedom of thought and action
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