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Mild

/ˈmaɪld/

Mild is an adjective and noun with 3 senses listed below, each with examples where available, plus synonyms and a word game to make it stick.

Definition

adjective
  1. (of a rule or punishment) Of only moderate severity; not strict.
    “He received a mild sentence.”
  2. Gentle and not easily angered.
    “a mild man”
noun
  1. A relatively low-gravity beer, often with a dark colour; mild ale

Definitions from the Free Dictionary API

Synonyms assuasive bland calm clement gentle indulgent
Antonyms disagreeable harsh irritating severe violent strong

Origin

From Old English milde.

Source: Etymological Wordnet (CC BY-SA 3.0)

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