MODERATE

Moderate

In politics and religion, a moderate is an individual who is not extreme, partisan, nor radical. In recent years, the term political moderates has gained traction as a buzzword.

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moderate

Noun

  1. One who holds an intermediate position between extremes, as in politics.
    ''While the moderates usually propose political compromise, it's often only achieved when the extremists allow them so
    The moderates are the natural advocates of ecumenism against the fanatics of their churches.

Verb

  1. To reduce the excessiveness of (something)
    to moderate rage, action, desires, etc.
  2. To become less excessive
  3. To preside over (something) as a moderator
    to moderate a synod
  4. To act as a moderator; to assist in bringing to compromise

Adjective

  1. Not excessive; acting in moderation
    moderate language
    a moderate Calvinist
    travelling at a moderate speed
  2. Mediocre
  3. Average priced; standard-deal
  4. Not violent or rigorous; temperate; mild; gentle.
    a moderate winter
  5. Having an intermediate position between liberal and conservative.


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