1. making or becoming less extreme, intense, or violent
Usage: present participle of moderate
2. presiding over or facilitating a discussion, debate, or meeting
Usage: present participle of moderate

1. having a calming or restraining influence

Examples

• The teacher is moderating the classroom discussion to keep it civil.
• Exercise has a moderating effect on stress levels.
• She spent the afternoon moderating the online forum.
• The cool breeze had a moderating influence on the hot weather.
• He is moderating his tone to avoid conflict.
• The moderating voice of reason prevailed in the heated debate.
• Rain is moderating the drought conditions in the region.