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Definition moderate in American English

moderate verb

verb
/ˈmɑdəˌr(e)ɪt/
1

to make something less extreme, or to become less extreme

Example

When Melanie came in, they moderated their language.

Example

The pace of economic expansion has moderated.

Synonyms and related words
weaken lessen reduce
2

to be in charge of a discussion between people with different opinions, especially in order to make it fair to everyone involved

Example

Michael Kinsley moderated a debate on trade with China.

Synonyms and related words
control govern watch over
Definition moderate in American English