Synonyms for

Mild

Verb / maɪld / Another word for mild — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

not severe or harsh

Synonyms & similar words

balmy modest intense soft meek gentle moderate soft light temperate bland mellow soothing calm peaceful quiet subdued relaxed easy pleasant benign tame lenient forgiving indulgent

Synonyms by register

Formal

gentle moderate temperate lenient

Informal

easygoing chill laid-back low-key

Literary

balmy halcyon serene

Antonyms

strong severe harsh intense extreme potent rigorous

Common collocations

  • mild weather
  • mild mannered
  • mild pain
  • mild cheese
  • mild detergent
  • mildly interesting
  • mildly successful

Word family

noun mildness
adjective mild
adverb mildly

Usage note

Often used to describe weather, flavors, or temperaments. Can imply a lack of intensity or severity.

Example sentences

  1. She has a mild fever.
  2. The weather is mild today.
  3. He had a mild headache.
  4. The doctor prescribed a mild painkiller.
  5. The sauce was too mild for my taste.

Quotes

  • The most radical revolutionary will become a conservative the day after the revolution. He will still be a mild sort of fellow, but he will be a conservative. - Richard Nixon
  • A good laugh is sunshine in the house. - William Makepeace Thackeray
  • A dog is the only thing on earth that loves you more than you love yourself. - Josh Billings

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