Cool MateMeaning of Moderate
that is neither very good, large, hot, etc. nor very bad, small, cold, etc.
In simple words: Not too much or too little; average.
Moderate in a sentence
- students of moderate ability
- Even moderate amounts of the drug can be fatal.
- The team enjoyed only moderate success last season.
- Cook over a moderate heat.
- **moderate views/policies**
- a moderate socialist
- a moderate drinker
- moderate wage demands
How to use Moderate
Use 'moderate' when describing something that is average or reasonable. It often applies to intensity, size, or quantity. It's appropriate in conversations about weather, exercise, or opinions, but might seem too vague in more specific contexts.
Grammar pattern
standalone adjective
Memory hint
Think of 'moderate' like a moderate temperature - not too hot, not too cold.
Related words
Collocations with Moderate
Synonyms for Moderate
Common mistakes with Moderate
- Confused with 'moderation' which refers to the practice of avoiding extremes.
- Using 'moderate' when 'moderately' is needed, especially in adverbial contexts.
- Assuming 'moderate' always has a positive connotation; it can also imply something is lacking in intensity.
Compare Moderate with Average, Medium, Reasonable, Temperate, Modest
Moderate appears in
Moderate in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
معتدل
ليس كثيرًا أو قليلًا جدًا؛ متوسط.
- Bengaliবাংলা
মাঝারি
খুব বেশিও না, আবার খুব কমও না; গড়পড়তা।
- GermanDeutsch
moderat
Nicht zu viel und nicht zu wenig; durchschnittlich.
- SpanishEspañol
Moderado
Ni mucho ni poco; normal.
- Persianفارسی
متوسط
نه خیلی زیاد و نه خیلی کم؛ میانگین.
- FrenchFrançais
Modéré
Pas trop ou pas assez ; moyen.
- Hindiहिन्दी
मध्यम
बहुत ज़्यादा या बहुत कम नहीं; औसत।
- ItalianItaliano
Moderato
Non troppo o troppo poco; nella media.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Moderado
Nem muito, nem pouco; na média.
- RussianРусский
Умеренный, средний
Не слишком много или слишком мало; средний.
- Urduاردو
درمیانہ, معتدل
بہت زیادہ یا بہت کم نہیں؛ اوسط۔
- Chinese中文
适度的, 中等的
不多不少，刚刚好；普通的。
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Frequently asked questions about Moderate
What does Moderate mean?
Not too much or too little; average.
What is the definition of Moderate?
that is neither very good, large, hot, etc. nor very bad, small, cold, etc.
How do you use Moderate in a sentence?
students of moderate ability
Can you give another example of Moderate?
Even moderate amounts of the drug can be fatal.
What are synonyms for Moderate?
Common alternatives include average, medium, reasonable, temperate, modest.
What is the opposite of Moderate?
Opposite meanings include extreme, excessive, immoderate.
What words go with Moderate?
It commonly pairs with be, very, fairly, relatively, be, very, fairly, relatively, be, very, fairly, relatively.
What are common mistakes when using Moderate?
Confused with 'moderation' which refers to the practice of avoiding extremes. Using 'moderate' when 'moderately' is needed, especially in adverbial contexts. Assuming 'moderate' always has a positive connotation; it can also imply something is lacking in intensity.
How do you pronounce Moderate?
US: /["/ˈmɑːdərət/"]/, UK: /["/ˈmɒdərət/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Moderate?
Use 'moderate' when describing something that is average or reasonable. It often applies to intensity, size, or quantity. It's appropriate in conversations about weather, exercise, or opinions, but might seem too vague in more specific contexts.
What CEFR level is Moderate?
"Moderate" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.