Dictionary Check: moderate

"moderate" is a valid word!

Scrabble 11 points
Words with Friends 12 points

Definition

adjective

being within reasonable or average limits; not excessive or extreme

Example: "moderate prices"
Antonyms:
adjective

not extreme

Example: "a moderate penalty"
Synonyms:
adjective

marked by avoidance of extravagance or extremes

Example: "moderate in his demands"
Synonyms:
noun

a person who takes a position in the political center

verb

preside over

Example: "John moderated the discussion"
Synonyms:
verb

make less fast or intense

Example: "moderate your speed"

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