Synonyms for

Mildly

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

Definition

In a gentle or moderate way.

Synonyms & similar words

gently lightly moderately fairly somewhat reasonably slightly gently softly tenderly calmly quietly subtly delicately faintly weakly palely dimly vaguely indistinctly blurrily

Synonyms by register

Formal

slightly somewhat moderately to a small degree

Informal

kinda sorta a little bit not much

Literary

gently softly

Antonyms

severely strongly greatly intensely extremely vigorously sharply

Common collocations

  • mildly irritating
  • mildly amusing
  • mildly concerned
  • mildly surprised
  • mildly effective
  • mildly toxic
  • mildly sweet

Word family

adjective mild
adverb mildly

Usage note

Used to indicate something is not extreme. It often modifies adjectives describing sensations, emotions, or reactions.

Example sentences

  1. He spoke mildly to the upset child.
  2. She laughed mildly at the silly joke.
  3. The medicine will mildly ease the pain.
  4. The colors were mildly bright and cheerful.
  5. He was mildly interested in the new movie release.

Quotes

  • 'I can resist anything except temptation.' - Oscar Wilde
  • 'I don't know anything with certainty, but seeing the stars makes me dream.' - Vincent Van Gogh
  • 'If you want to live a happy life, tie it to a goal, not to people or things.' - Albert Einstein

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