mild
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /maɪld/
KK: /maɪld/
adjective
Definition
Not strong or severe; gentle or moderate in nature or effect.
Example
The weather was mild, making it a perfect day for a picnic.
Comparatives & Superlatives
Comparative: milder
Superlative: mildest
Conversation
How's the weather today?
It's quite mild for this time of year, actually.
That's nice! I was expecting it to be colder.
Yeah, it feels great — perfect for a walk outside.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
gentle
moderate
soft
Antonyms
harsh
severe
extreme
intransitive verb
Definition
To become less strong or intense, often referring to weather conditions like wind or storms.
Example
The storm began to mild as the night went on.
Tense Forms
Past: milded
Past Participle: milded
Conversation
Did you notice how the wind milded down after the storm last night?
Yeah, it was really strong for a while, but now it's much calmer.
I'm glad it milded out; I was worried about the power going out.
Root Explanation
The word 'mild' originates from Old English 'milde', meaning gentle or moderate. It describes a quality that is not harsh or severe, often associated with a soft or temperate nature.
Memory Tip
Think of 'gentle' when you hear 'mild' — it helps you remember that mild means something that is soft or moderate.
Visually Confused Words
mil
mid
misled
milord
milled
miledh
milady
mailed