1
: gentle in nature or behavior
has a mild disposition
2
a(1)
: moderate in action or effect
a mild sedative
(2)
: not sharp, spicy, or bitter
mild cheese
mild ale
b
: not being or involving what is extreme
an analysis under mild conditions
3
: not severe : temperate
a mild climate
mild symptoms of disease
Examples of mild in a Sentence
He has a mild manner.
He was a mild-mannered man who rarely became angry.
They had a mild disagreement.
She has a mild case of the flu.
He suffered a mild concussion attack.
a mild reprimand, not a stern one
We've been having a very mild winter.
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Sheela Prakash, Bon Appetit Magazine, 17 Apr. 2025
The adverse events were considered generally mild to moderate, according to the company, with upset stomach the most commonly reported.
—Jen Christensen, CNN Money, 17 Apr. 2025
Today By Paulina Berges Corfu has all the typical qualities of a summer Greek island destination—a mild climate, turquoise waters, and secluded beaches.
—Elise Taylor, Vogue, 16 Apr. 2025
Though many Abilify side effects are mild and temporary, some rare side effects may be more serious.
—Mary Choy, Verywell Health, 16 Apr. 2025
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“Mild.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mild. Accessed 3 May. 2025.
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mild
adjective1
: gentle in nature or behavior
a mild person
2
a
: not strong in action or effect
a mild drug
b
: not sharp, spicy, or bitter
a mild cheese
3
: not severe : temperate sense 5
mild weather
Medical Definition
mild
adjective1
: moderate in action or effect
a mild drug
2
: not severe
a mild case of the flu
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