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Wordabulary

moderate

Pronunciation
Adjective A2 Elementary

Quick answer

Neither too much nor too little, staying within reasonable limits.

"The doctor recommended moderate exercise, nothing too intense at first."

Synonyms and antonyms

Synonyms

reasonable modest

Antonyms

Test yourself

Which word fits the gap? "The doctor recommended _____ exercise, nothing too intense at first."

Answer: moderate

In your own words, what does "moderate" mean?

Neither too much nor too little, staying within reasonable limits.

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