B2adjectivehealth
US/ˈmɑː.dər.ət/
UK/ˈmɒd.ər.ət/
neither very big nor very small; not extreme in size, amount or opinion
In context
Doctors say moderate exercise, like a daily walk, is good for your heart.
The hotel is clean and comfortable, and prices are moderate.
He has moderate political views and dislikes extreme ideas.
Words that go with moderate
adjective + noun
- moderate exerciseThirty minutes of moderate exercise a day is enough.
- moderate amountCoffee in a moderate amount is not harmful.
- moderate successHer first album had only moderate success.
- moderate rainModerate rain is expected across the north tonight.
- moderate priceYou can find good food at a moderate price near the station.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
/ˈmɒd.ə.reɪt/ (for the adjective)Correct: /ˈmɒd.ər.ət/