What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
moderate
Example
She has a moderate approach to politics. [moderate: adjective]
Example
I try to eat a moderate amount of sweets. [moderate: noun]
Example
He exercises moderately to avoid injury. [moderately: adverb]
medium
Example
I ordered a medium pizza for us to share. [medium: adjective]
Example
The artist used a medium brush to paint the background. [medium: noun]
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The message was conveyed through various media. [media: plural noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Medium is more commonly used than moderate in everyday language, as it covers a wider range of contexts and is more versatile. Moderate is more commonly used in specific contexts, such as politics or health.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between moderate and medium?
Both moderate and medium are neutral in terms of formality and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
