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Definition moderate in American English

moderate adjective

adjective
/ˈmɑd(ə)rət/
1

neither very great nor very small in amount, size, strength, or degree

Example

Cook the spinach over a moderate heat.

Example

A moderate earthquake shook the San Francisco bay area this afternoon.

Example

We need more housing for moderate-income families.

Example

This is a new drug for treating mild to moderate depression.

Example

This month has seen a moderate increase in house prices.

Synonyms and related words
medium moderate medium-sized
Example

She was in the moderate wing of the party.

Example

The tone of his speech was quite moderate.

Synonyms and related words
realistic practical sensible
2.1

doing, eating, or drinking only sensible amounts of something

Example

a moderate drinker (=of alcohol)

Synonyms and related words
realistic practical sensible
Definition moderate in American English