Word: Mild

Pronunciation

/maɪld/

Definitions

• Adjective: Having a gentle and soothing quality; not harsh, severe, or extreme. For example: “The sun cast a mild glow over the landscape.”
  • Weather: Referring to weather that is neither hot nor cold, but rather temperate or soft. Example: “We enjoyed a mild winter this year.”
  • Flavor/Taste: Describing something that is not strong or sharp, like a mild cheese or coffee. Example: “I prefer a mild curry rather than a spicy one.”
  • Personality/Character: Characterizing someone who is gentle, calm, or not easily provoked. Example: “She has a mild temperament and never raises her voice.”

Phrases

• “Mild-mannered”: Describing someone who is gentle and peaceful in behavior or disposition.
• “A mild rebuke”: A gentle or softly expressed criticism.
• “Mildewed”: (adjective) referring to something affected by mold, often used to describe old books or fabrics that have become damp and moldy.

Example Sentences

• Adjective (weather): “Despite it being December, we’ve been experiencing some unseasonably mild weather lately.”
• Adjective (flavor): “The chef’s signature dish features a mild sauce that complements the delicate flavors of the fish.”
• Adjective (personality): “He was a mild man who avoided conflict whenever possible.”

Synonyms

• Gentle
• Soft
• Temperate
• Moderate
• Smooth
• Tame (in terms of flavor or strength)
• Benign (in terms of severity or intensity)
• Calm (in terms of personality)