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Definition of mild - Reverso English Dictionary
Adjective
1.
personalitygentle and not easily angered
- He is known for his mild temperament.
2.
weathermoderately warm especially less cold than expected
- We are enjoying a mild winter this year.
3.
rule or punishmentof only moderate severity not strict
- The school has mild disciplinary policies.
4.
tastenot strong or sharp in taste or smell
- He prefers mild cheese to sharp varieties..
5.
illness or painnot serious or dangerous
- He had a mild headache after the party.
Noun
beveragesRare UK type of beer with low gravityRare UK
- He ordered a pint of mild at the pub.
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type of beer with low gravity
Expressions with mild
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very gentle or calm in nature
Her voice was mild as milk, soothing everyone around.
having a gentle and calm nature
The mild-mannered teacher spoke softly to her students..
pub beer mix combining sweeter ale with a drier, hoppier ale
He ordered a mild and bitter at the pub.
health problem that is not serious
The doctor said her mild condition should improve soon.
drug that gently calms a person or makes them slightly sleepy
The nurse gave him a mild sedative before the procedure.
having a gentle or subtle flavor
The soup was mild-tasting and easy to enjoy.
steel with low carbon content, softer and malleable
Mild steel is often used in construction.
very gentle, quiet, and not showing anger
She is meek and mild, never raising her voice.
british beer with smooth taste, low alcohol, often dark in color
Mild ale is popular in traditional English pubs.
Origin of mild
Old English, milde (gentle)
Terms with mild included in their meaning
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behavior
pleasant or agreeable or mild
food vegetable
sweet, mild fruit eaten as a hollow, colorful vegetable
touch
soft and mild rather than hard or severe
personality
having a mild or kindly nature or character
food
mild chili pepper with a tangy taste
garden
plant producing large, mild, thick-walled fruits
degree
expresses a mild or partial quality of a characteristic
Indian dish
mild curry with marinaded chicken in creamy sauce
type of pepper
small round bright red pepper with mild to medium heat
cooking
mild onion-flavored seasoning
amusement
quiet laugh showing mild amusement
sickness
mild viral illness causing runny nose, cough, and sore throat
vegetable
lettuce with long, crisp leaves and a mild flavor
dairy
soft white cheese with a mild flavor and loose curds
home cooking
fresh, soft curd from whole milk, usually mild-tasting
mild weather
pleasant and mild wind
weather
mild and soft breeze
dairy
mild cream-colored Dutch cheese shaped in balls
mild illness
feel slightly sick with a runny or stuffy nose
illness
mild illness with stuffy nose, sneezing, and sinus discomfort
mild acceptance
accept something without strong feelings or interest
surprise
used to express mild surprise or skepticism
mood
mild depression or melancholy
pain
causing persistent mild pain or discomfort
Examples of mild in a sentence
Despite the chaos, he remained mild and composed. The forecast predicts mild temperatures all week. It's a mild day, perfect for a walk in the park. The judge gave a mild sentence to the offender. Her tone was mild despite the criticism. The soup had a mild aroma.
She likes mild flavors in her dishes. She experienced mild symptoms after the vaccination. The patient was diagnosed with a mild infection. Mild is often preferred for its smooth taste. The brewery specializes in crafting mild.
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- French:doux, bière légère, ...
- German:mild, Mild, ...
- Italian:mite, birra leggera, ...
- Spanish:apacible, cerveza suave, ...
- Portuguese:afável, mild, ...
- Chinese:温和的, 淡啤酒, ...
- Japanese:穏やかな, マイルドビール, ...
- Arabic:هادِئ, جَعَة خَفِيفَة, ...
- Hebrew:עָדִין, מַיילְד, ...
- Russian:мягкий, легкое пиво, ...
- Ukrainian:м'який, м'яке пиво, ...
- Hindi:सौम्य, माइल्ड, ...
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