mild (Meaning)

Wordnet

mild (a)

moderate in type or degree or effect or force; far from extreme

Wordnet

mild (s)

humble in spirit or manner; suggesting retiring mildness or even cowed submissiveness

mild and pleasant

Webster

mild (superl.)

Gentle; pleasant; kind; soft; bland; clement; hence, moderate in degree or quality; -- the opposite of harsh, severe, irritating, violent, disagreeable, etc.; -- applied to persons and things; as, a mild disposition; a mild eye; a mild air; a mild medicine; a mild insanity.

mild Sentence Examples

  1. The weatherman predicted a mild winter, with temperatures only dipping slightly below freezing.
  2. The spicy dish had a mild flavor, allowing everyone to enjoy it without overwhelming their taste buds.
  3. The detergent was marketed as having a mild formula, suitable for sensitive skin.
  4. The consequences of breaking the rule were mild, resulting only in a warning.
  5. The earthquake was a mild tremor, barely causing any damage.
  6. The doctor prescribed a mild painkiller to help alleviate the patient's discomfort.
  7. The conversation took a mild turn, with both parties discussing their views respectfully.
  8. The illness was a mild cold, with only minor symptoms that resolved within a few days.
  9. The mild breeze carried the scent of blooming flowers throughout the garden.
  10. The school imposed mild punishments for minor infractions, such as detention or extra homework.

FAQs About the word mild

moderate in type or degree or effect or force; far from extreme, humble in spirit or manner; suggesting retiring mildness or even cowed submissiveness, mild and

sunny, moderate, gentle,temperate,soft, clement, pleasant, balmy, equable, genial

severe, severe, harsh, harsh, gusty, gloomy, rainy, rainy, grey, gloomy

The weatherman predicted a mild winter, with temperatures only dipping slightly below freezing.

The spicy dish had a mild flavor, allowing everyone to enjoy it without overwhelming their taste buds.

The detergent was marketed as having a mild formula, suitable for sensitive skin.

The consequences of breaking the rule were mild, resulting only in a warning.