Definition of Moderate
Moderate
mod·er·ate
Definition/Meaning
(adjective)
average and not on the extremes in terms of amount, quality, degree;
e.g. She was walking at a moderate pace in the park.
(noun)
someone who holds political or social views that are not extreme;
e.g. There was an argument between the moderate and radical politicians.
(adjective)
not severe or extreme;
e.g. We experience more moderate winters in comparison to some cities.
(adjective)
limited in effect;
e.g. The reduction in his pay check had only a moderate effect on his rather lavish lifestyle.
(verb)
to lessen or reduce in intensity;
e.g. The iced lemonade helped moderate the effects of the heat stroke.
(verb)
to preside over or at a forum or debate;
e.g. The discussion will be moderated by members of the student council.
(verb)
to be a moderator;
e.g. He moderated the presidential debate that aired on television.
(verb)
to become less severe or extreme;
e.g. The heat began to moderate as the sun started to set.
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