MILD Synonyms: 104 Similar and Opposite Words

mild

adjective

ˈmī(-ə)ld

Definition of mild

as in temperate

marked by temperatures that are neither too high nor too low the mild weather that makes springtime such a delight after a long harsh winter

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as in gentle

not harsh or stern especially in nature or effect a quiet gentleman with a kindly soul and a mild disposition

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Recent Examples of mild Moderate fatigue, mild anxiety, grief, and poor sleep were considered symptoms of a busy life — not always comfortable, but usually not dangerous, either. — Kirsten Balin, STAT, 26 Oct. 2026 However, the test took place entirely on urban roads in mild weather, conditions that favour EV efficiency and do not reflect typical highway driving or winter use. — Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 24 Oct. 2026 That milder ocean air should make prolonged Arctic outbreaks harder to sustain, although shorter bursts of cold remain possible. — Sam Hart, CNN Money, 24 Oct. 2026 The project, which cost roughly $42 million, finished ahead of schedule after mild weather allowed work to continue during the winter, Beck said. — Idaho Statesman, 23 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for mild

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Adjective

But while southern regions warmed up, the weather on the Isle of Skye remained temperate.

— Robbie Griffiths, NPR, 21 Oct. 2026
The scientists spotted the fungus during fieldwork in the temperate coniferous forests near Damaidi and Yipinglang and in a tropical rainforest near Nanbang in southern China.

— Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 14 Oct. 2026

Definition of temperate

Adjective

Some gentle chemical sunscreens to try include Beauty of Joseon’s Day Dew Sunscreen or the Supergoop!

— Audrey Noble, Vogue, 24 Oct. 2026
The movie is replete with long moments of silence, intense stares and gentle teasing and probing among the four that can feel particularly electric to some viewers.

— David Mack, CNN Money, 23 Oct. 2026

Definition of gentle

Adjective

Lewis George defeated moderate Democrat Kenyan McDuffie in the June Democratic primary and will face off against independent and Green Party candidates in November in an election that is all but decided in the overwhelmingly Democratic city.

— Irit Skulnik, CNBC, 23 Oct. 2026
Rypkema said the region could look to San Antonio’s Under 1 Roof program, which provides low- to moderate-income homeowners with one-time grants of up to $19,000 to fix worn or damaged roofs.

— Jack Flemming, Los Angeles Times, 23 Oct. 2026

Definition of moderate

Adjective

For sensitive or dry underarms, the deodorant also uses a soothing blend of shea butter, spirulina, and niacinamide to keep pits comfortable all day long.

— Madison San Miguel, Allure, 7 Oct. 2026
On the upside, the villas are one of the more soothing spots for a mild hangover.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of soothing

Adjective

Skies will calm just in time for a beautiful sunny Saturday in the 70s.

— Sean Macaday, Sacbee.com, 23 Oct. 2026
In addition to the restaurant and bars, there’s a rooftop pool surrounded by sunny yellow fringed umbrellas, comfy daybeds, and a profusion of plants.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Oct. 2026

Definition of sunny

Adjective

Writing diaristic, country-leaning soft-rock, Stiltz also touches on the work of David Berman and Bill Callahan.

— Harry Thorfinn-George, Pitchfork, 22 Oct. 2026
The carbon covers the grip, the thumb rest, and the soft-release button, the spots a photographer touches most.

— Catherina Gioino, Fortune, 21 Oct. 2026

Definition of soft

Adjective

High, Lonesome and Then Some, released in October 2025, had been a sonic experiment in slow, mellow country melodies.

— Josh Crutchmer, Rolling Stone, 24 Oct. 2026
Writers demand all kinds of different styles in their music; some want instrumental, some don’t mind lyrics, some want mellow classical while others want heavy metal or some other kind of driving beat.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 23 Oct. 2026

Definition of mellow

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