| 词组 | moderate |
| 释义 | moderate /ˈmɒdərət, ˈmɒdərɪt $ ˈmɑː-/ adjective 1. not very large or very small, hot or cold, fast or slow etcadverbsrelatively/fairly moderate A relatively moderate increase in the price of oil can have a big effect on the economy.nounsa moderate increase/decrease We have seen a moderate increase in prices.moderate growth There has been moderate growth in the economy.a moderate amount/number He only eats a moderate amount of sugar.moderate success The show was a moderate success.a moderate heat (=not very hot or cold – used about cooking) Heat the oil in a pan over a moderate heat.a moderate speed/pace Walk at a moderate pace for 20 minutes.moderate exercise/activity The doctor recommended moderate exercise, such as walking.moderate drinking (=drinking a little alcohol, not a lot) Even moderate drinking can be harmful when pregnant.a moderate drinker Moderate drinkers have a lower risk of heart disease than heavy drinkers.moderate consumption (=not drinking or eating a lot of something) Moderate consumption of caffeine is unlikely to be harmful.2. not having strong political or religious opinionsnounsmoderate opinions/views His views are more moderate than some other members of his party.moderate policies The party’s policies on immigration are surprisingly moderate.a moderate politician/leader/government He is regarded as a moderate politician.a moderate Republican/Conservative etc The senator is a moderate Republican who supports the rights of minorities.moderate voters The party wants to attract moderate voters.Moderate is also used as a noun in this meaning: The moderates are a small minority of the party (=people with moderate views).ANTONYMS → extreme |
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