mild (B1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /maɪld/

Definition

Not severe, extreme, or harsh; gentle in effect or character.

Examples

• He has a mild form of the flu and is expected to recover quickly.

• The spice level was mild, perfect for someone who doesn't like very hot food.

• The company has a mild disagreement about the new marketing strategy.

How to Use mild

mildly (adverb)

To a slight or moderate degree. — "The soup was mildly seasoned."

Synonyms of mild

Words with a similar meaning to mild:

• gentle
• slight
• temperate
• lenient

Antonyms of mild

Words with the opposite meaning to mild:

• severe
• extreme
• harsh

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