mild

[maɪld]

mild Definition

• 1. not severe, serious, or extreme
• 2. gentle and not easily provoked
• 3. not strong or harsh in taste or smell

Using mild: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "mild" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The doctor said it was just a mild case of the flu.

• Example

  She gave him a mild rebuke for his behavior.

• Example

  The curry has a mild flavor.

• Example

  He spoke in a mild tone of voice.

mild Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for mild

• moderate
• temperate
• soft
• gentle
• lenient

Antonyms for mild

• severe
• harsh
• intense

Phrases with mild

• mild-mannered

  having a gentle and unassuming nature

  Example

  He may seem mild-mannered, but he's actually a very determined person.

• mild climate

  a climate that is neither too hot nor too cold

  Example

  The city enjoys a mild climate throughout the year.

• mild headache

  a headache that is not severe

  Example

  I have a mild headache, but it's nothing serious.

Origins of mild

from Old English 'milde', meaning 'gentle, merciful'

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Summary: mild in Brief

The term 'mild' [maɪld] refers to something that is not severe, serious, or extreme. It can describe a person's temperament, as in 'He spoke in a mild tone of voice,' or the intensity of a taste or smell, as in 'The curry has a mild flavor.' 'Mild' extends into phrases like 'mild climate,' and idioms like 'mild-mannered,' denoting a gentle and unassuming nature.