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Mild

UK /["/maɪld/"]/US /["/maɪld/"]/

Definition

not severe or strong

In simple words: Not strong or intense; gentle.

Examples

  • The weather today is quite mild for this time of year.
  • He prefers mild flavors in his food rather than spicy ones.
  • Her mild manner makes her very approachable.
  • I like to walk in mild temperatures, especially during the spring.
  • The teacher had a mild criticism of the student's work.

Usage notes

Used to describe things that are not harsh or severe, like weather, food, or personality traits. It can be appropriate in both casual and formal contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Think of 'mild' like a soft pillow – it's gentle and easy.

Collocations

  • be
  • seem
  • extremely
  • fairly
  • very
  • be
  • become
  • turn
  • extremely
  • fairly
  • very
  • be
  • sound
  • seemingly
  • deceptively
  • meek and mild

Synonyms

  • slight
  • equable

Antonyms

  • harsh
  • severe
  • strong

Common mistakes

  • Confused with 'wild' in describing behavior.
  • Used incorrectly to describe very strong flavors or emotions.