Definition
Definition of moderated - Reverso English Dictionary
Adjective
1.
controlkept within reasonable limits
- The moderated discussion allowed everyone to speak without chaos.
2.
intensityreduced in intensity or severity
- The moderated climate in the region made it a pleasant place to live.
Origin of moderated
Latin, moderatus (restrained)
Terms with moderated included in their meaning
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emotion
not moderated or controlled
balance
not moderated or lessened by other influences
Examples of moderated in a sentence
The moderated tone of the debate was appreciated by all. The moderated noise levels were more tolerable. Her moderated tone helped ease the tension.
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- French:modéré, atténué, ...
- German:kontrolliert, gemäßigt, ...
- Italian:moderato, attenuato, ...
- Spanish:moderado, atenuado, ...
- Portuguese:moderado, suavizado, ...
- Chinese:适度的, 缓和的, ...
- Japanese:穏やかな, 和らいだ, ...
- Arabic:مُضْبَط, مُعْتَدِل, ...
- Hebrew:מָתוּן, ...
- Russian:умеренный, смягчённый, ...
- Ukrainian:помірний, пом'якшений, ...
- Hindi:संयमित, समशीतोष्ण, ...
Definition of moderate - Reverso English Dictionary
Adjective
1.
level of intensitynot extreme or excessive
- The moderate weather made it a perfect day for a picnic..
2.
qualityhaving average quality or extent
- The restaurant offers moderate food at reasonable prices.
3.
medicalmore than mild, less than severe
- The patient is experiencing moderate pain after the surgery.
4.
politicsholding balanced political views
- She is known for her moderate stance on economic issues.
Verb
1.
intensitytr. reduce the intensity or severity of somethingtr.
- She tried to moderate her tone during the debate.
2.
act as chairpersonintr. preside over a meeting or discussionintr.
- She moderated the debate with skill and patience..
3.
internettr. monitor online content for inappropriate materialtr.
- She was hired to moderate the chatroom.
4.
mediate compromiseintr. act as a mediator to reach a compromiseintr.
- He helped moderate the negotiations between the two parties.
5.
nuclear physicstr. TECH. slow down neutrons in a nuclear reactortr. TECH.
- The material is used to moderate the neutrons.
Noun
1.
politicsperson with balanced political views
- She is considered a moderate in the political debate.
2.
religionDated UK member of historical Scottish Church groupDated UK
- The moderates played a key role in the church's history.
Expressions with moderate
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weather conditions that are not extreme
Farmers prefer moderate weather for planting crops.
reduce the intensity of your actions
Please moderate your behavior; your shouting is scaring the children.
adjust your hopes to be more realistic
You should moderate your expectations about the project's success.
state that is neither very good nor very bad
The car was in moderate condition when we bought it.
of a size that is neither large nor small
They moved into a moderate-size house suitable for their family..
having a size between small and large
The moderate-sized room was perfect for the meeting.
wind blowing at speeds of 32 to 38 miles per hour
The weather forecast warned of a moderate gale affecting the coast..
wind blowing at 11-16 knots on the Beaufort scale
A moderate breeze made the trees sway gently.
Origin of moderate
Latin, moderatus (restrained)
Examples of moderate in a sentence
The moderate noise level was tolerable. The hotel provides moderate accommodations for travelers. His performance was moderate, neither outstanding nor poor. She had moderate symptoms of the illness. The injury caused moderate discomfort. The candidate's moderate views appeal to many voters.
Her moderate opinions often bridge political divides. He tried to moderate his anger during the discussion. The teacher moderated the noise level in the classroom. He was asked to moderate the panel discussion. They needed someone to moderate the community forum. He was asked to moderate the online forum. They needed someone to moderate the discussion board. The judge moderated talks between the neighbors. She was asked to moderate the labor dispute. Scientists moderate the reaction by using heavy water. Graphite rods are used to moderate the speed of neutrons. He identifies as a moderate, seeking compromise. Moderates often play a key role in elections. Moderates often sought compromise in church debates. The moderates influenced many religious reforms.
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- French:modéré, modérer, ...
- German:mäßig, mäßigen, ...
- Italian:mite, moderare, ...
- Spanish:moderado, moderar, ...
- Portuguese:moderado, moderar, ...
- Chinese:温和的, 缓和, ...
- Japanese:適度な, 和らげる, ...
- Arabic:مُعْتَدِل, خَفَّف, ...
- Hebrew:מָתוּן, לְמַתֵּן, ...
- Russian:умеренный, смягчать, ...
- Ukrainian:помірний, пом'якшувати, ...
- Hindi:मध्यम, कम करना, ...
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