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Comparative for of a low degree, intensity or severity
“It would have been raining during the night, and the air would be moist and soft, with a mild wind blowing.”
Comparative for mild or soothing in effect or degree
“Due to the pleasantly mild climate, the biking season never ends on the island.”
Comparative for not sharp, hot, or strong in flavor
“These black olives are often pitted and canned and have a mild flavor that's less tangy because they aren't fermented in salt or brine.”
Comparative for gentle or pacific in nature or demeanor
“His contemporaries have often described him as a mild and gentle person.”
Comparative for showing pity or leniency
“Only a mild punishment is given in cases of death or wounds inadvertently caused.”
Comparative for minor or trivial in importance or significance
“The woman issued only a mild complaint about the heat, not wanting to appear as a complainer.”
Comparative for lacking conviction or force
“A mild smile crossed her face at the recollection of Tille, and Auschel saw how it gradually overspread her face until it was all aglow with it.”
Comparative for insignificant or nominal in amount, level or degree
“Industry, while having a mild interest in education, is primarily interested in prepared and trained workers for different kinds and levels of work.”
Comparative for readily conforming to the authority or will of others
Comparative for not easily upset or excited
Comparative for not objectionable or harmful in nature
Comparative for slow to reveal emotion or opinions
Comparative for not showy or lively
Comparative for humble in position or status
Comparative for of or pertaining to euphemism
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