adjective
- average in amount, intensity, or degree; not extreme
- having political views that are not extreme; centrist
verb
- to make or become less intense, extreme, or violent
- to preside over a meeting or discussion
noun
- a person who holds moderate political views
Examples
- The weather was moderate, with temperatures in the mid-70s.
- She has moderate political views and votes for candidates from both parties.
- The teacher asked students to moderate their voices during group work.
- He will moderate the debate between the two candidates.
- As a moderate, she often finds herself caught between liberal and conservative friends.
- The doctor recommended moderate exercise for better health.
- The company showed moderate growth this quarter.