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mild

gentle / not severe / temperate / bland
Adjective
comp: mildersup: mildest

The word describes a lack of intensity or aggression across physical, sensory, and emotional spectrums. It is generally positive or neutral, suggesting comfort, safety, or ease.

In medical or situational contexts, it implies a low degree of severity, often contrasting with "acute" or "severe." It suggests that while a condition exists, it is manageable and not threatening.

Regarding taste and weather, it denotes a balanced middle ground. For food, it means the absence of pungent or burning sensations; for climate, it describes temperatures that avoid extreme cold or heat.

When applied to personality, it conveys a soft-spoken or patient nature. Unlike "weak," which implies a lack of strength, "mild" suggests a conscious or inherent gentleness.

💬Casual Conversation

🎬Tuesday afternoon, Sarah is at her desk while David is in a meeting.
David Smith

Ordering Thai for the team. You want the spicy basil or something more mild?

Ordering Thai for the team. You want the spicy basil or something more mild?

David Smith
Sarah
Sarah

Mild please. I'm already on edge with these deadlines.

Mild please. I'm already on edge with these deadlines.

Meanings

Adjectivegentle

Not severe, serious, or harsh; gentle in nature or effect.

The patient suffered from a mild case of the flu.

Adjectivenot severe

Not spicy or strongly flavored.

I prefer a mild salsa over the extra hot variety.

Adjectivetemperate

Temperate and pleasant, especially regarding weather.

We enjoyed a surprisingly mild winter this year.

Adjectivebland

Having a gentle or kind disposition.

Despite the chaos around him, he maintained a mild manner.

Examples

The soap is mild.

It is a mild day.

He has a mild face.

I want a mild curry today.

The wind was mild this morning.

She gave me a mild smile.

The doctor said it was a mild infection.

Health

I prefer a mild cheese for the platter.

Gourmet

The teacher used a mild tone with the students.

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