Opposite of great, or greater than normal, in quantity or size
“He deliberately consumed lower amounts of carbohydrates to induce ketosis.”
(neutral or positive) Opposite of comparative for of a high or the highest degree or intensity
“He is a cautious driver who tends to drive at moderate speeds.”
Opposite of comparative for very severe or serious
“Leaders hope that taking mild action today will dampen wage demands before they become significant.”
Opposite of comparative for furthest from the center or a given point
“A single, solitary tear fell from her eye, then landed on the centermost part of the rose.”
Opposite of comparative for far beyond the norm in terms of public opinion
“The survey reports that a large majority of people in the country typically hold fairly moderate views on most policy issues.”
Opposite of comparative for denoting or relating to a sport involving great risk
“I wasn't particularly adventurous, so a tame sport like billiards was appropriate for me.”
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