The meaning of MODERATE is avoiding extremes of behavior or expression : observing reasonable limits. How to use moderate in a sentence.

MODERATE definition: kept or keeping within reasonable or proper limits; not extreme, excessive, or intense. See examples of moderate used in a sentence.

Define moderate. moderate synonyms, moderate pronunciation, moderate translation, English dictionary definition of moderate. adj. 1. Being within reasonable limits; not excessive or extreme: a moderate …

MODERATE meaning: 1. neither small nor large in size, amount, degree, or strength: 2. Moderate opinions, especially…. Learn more.

Moderate political opinions or policies are not extreme. He was an easygoing man of very moderate views. Both countries have called for a moderate approach to the use of force.

MODERATE meaning: 1 : average in size or amount neither too much nor too little; 2 : neither very good nor very bad

Definition of moderate adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

To reduce the amount or intensity of; lessen; reduce; restrain; specifically, to reduce from a large amount or great degree to a medium quantity or intensity: as, to moderate the heat of a room; to …

moderate, adj. & n. meanings, etymology, pronunciation and more in the Oxford English Dictionary

to make less forceful, intense, severe, or extreme; reduce. He has recently moderated his criticism of the government. to direct, guide, or preside over (a discussion, meeting, or the like). to become less …