mild

adjective

ˈmī(-ə)ld How to pronounce mild (audio)
Definition of mildnext
1
as in temperate
marked by temperatures that are neither too high nor too low the mild weather that makes springtime such a delight after a long harsh winter

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2
as in gentle
not harsh or stern especially in nature or effect a quiet gentleman with a kindly soul and a mild disposition

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Recent Examples of mild The 25-year-old California singer-songwriter staked out his turf by taking pride in the ordinariness of his hit, from the mild-mannered vocals to the drama-free sincerity of his romantic imagery. — Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 1 Sep. 2026 Most students received milder penalties — warnings, probation or requirements to attend counseling or workshops, which together made up 93% of sanctions. — Jaweed Kaleem, Los Angeles Times, 31 Aug. 2026 Combining vitamin E, vitamin B12, and folic acid plus pravastatin may help improve kidney function in non-diabetic people with mild-to-moderate CKD, according to some studies. — Ayesha Gulzar, Verywell Health, 31 Aug. 2026 Chan has a mild case of scoliosis and said translating terms like physical therapy was a challenge. — Cara Kelly, USA Today, 30 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for mild
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mild
  1. temperate
  2. gentle
  3. moderate
  4. soothing
  5. sunny
  6. soft
  7. mellow
Adjective
  • Since California’s climate is so temperate, Channel Islands National Park operates all year round.
    — Cu Fleshman, Travel + Leisure, 27 Aug. 2026
  • Many temperate and boreal regions that anchor industrial fiber production are warming faster than the global average.
    — Kari Stoever, Footwear News, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of temperate
Adjective
  • Now imagine that each bead carries a tiny battery that continuously gives it a gentle push along the chain.
    — K. R. Prathyusha, The Conversation, 31 Aug. 2026
  • Designed as a therapeutic companion, the robot resembles a baby seal and uses soft fur, gentle movements, and responsive sounds to create the calming presence of a living pet.
    — Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 30 Aug. 2026
Definition of gentle
Adjective
  • But doubling down on defensive moderate talking points and ignoring a disillusioned working class are no longer winnable strategies.
    — Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 31 Aug. 2026
  • For Russians themselves, these measures are a stark contrast to the moderate freedoms they were allowed before 2022, when the war began.
    — Andrei Soldatov, Foreign Affairs, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of moderate
Adjective
  • The formula packs green tea extract for soothing and antioxidant-rich rosehip oil for skin brightening.
    — Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 3 Sep. 2026
  • Wind Features Kinetic wind features also create a focal point, and their rhythmic motion in the wind can be as soothing as that of a water feature.
    — Nadia Hassani, The Spruce, 29 Aug. 2026
Definition of soothing
Adjective
  • Sunlight Place the plant in a sunny window, south-facing if possible, and give it four to six hours of sunlight each day.
    — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 1 Sep. 2026
  • Cruise passengers considering a sunny sailing in the Caribbean may want to go ahead and book their cabins.
    — Nathan Diller, USA Today, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of sunny
Adjective
  • Offer a realistic time, suggest a softer plan, and let honesty keep the connection easy.
    — Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 29 Aug. 2026
  • There has always been something compelling about Paul Baker, something about the interplay between his frat-star good looks and Canadian soft-boy heart.
    — Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of soft
Adjective
  • Guests can also use the mellow co-working space above Parklet for free.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Stoddard encourages clients to try new coping tools during low-stakes moments, when their emotions are relatively mellow.
    — Angela Haupt, Time, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of mellow

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“Mild.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mild. Accessed 5 Sep. 2026.

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