English word

Mild

Definitions

adjective

  1. gentle in nature or behavior
  2. moderate in action or effect
  3. not sharp, spicy, or bitter
  4. not being or involving what is extreme
  5. not severe : temperate

Synonyms for mild

Closest evidence-backed alternatives.

  • gentle
  • moderate
  • wimpy
  • distant
  • low-grade
  • diminished
  • remote
  • dim
  • diffuse
  • dimmed
  • diffused
  • shaded
  • tinted
  • glimmering
  • glowing
  • faded

Synonyms by context

Of a low degree, intensity or severity

adjective

Mild or soothing in effect or degree

adjective

Not sharp, hot, or strong in flavor

adjective

  • bland
  • flavorless
  • flavourless
  • tasteless
  • insipid
  • savourless
  • spiceless
  • thin
  • watery
  • watered down

Antonyms for mild

Opposite of mild or soothing in effect or degree

Opposite of not sharp, hot, or strong in flavor

  • spicy

Opposite of gentle or pacific in nature or demeanor

Phrases

  • extremely critical