What is the opposite of “drastic”?

What is the antonym of “drastic”?

The antonyms of drastic are mild and moderate. The antonyms mild and moderate convey a less severe or intense degree of something. It implies a lack of extreme or drastic measures.

Brief Definitions of the Antonym(s)

Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!

mild

Not severe, intense, or extreme.

Example

The doctor prescribed a mild painkiller for her headache.

moderate

Being within reasonable limits; not excessive or extreme.

Example

He suggested a moderate approach to solving the problem.

How are these antonyms different from each other?

• 1. Mild describes something that is not severe, intense, or extreme.
• 2. Moderate describes something that is within reasonable limits and not excessive or extreme.

Good things to know

• 1. Express Opinions: Use mild and moderate to express opinions in a more nuanced way.
• 2. Describe Symptoms: Use mild and moderate to describe symptoms of an illness or condition.
• 3. Discuss Solutions: Use mild and moderate to suggest solutions that are not extreme or drastic.

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Remember this!

The antonyms have distinct nuances: Mild describes something that is not severe, intense, or extreme, while moderate describes something that is within reasonable limits and not excessive or extreme. Use these words to express opinions, describe symptoms, and discuss solutions that are not extreme or drastic.