1
: gentle in nature or behavior
has a mild disposition
2
a(1)
: moderate in action or effect
a mild sedative
(2)
: not sharp, spicy, or bitter
mild cheese
mild ale
b
: not being or involving what is extreme
an analysis under mild conditions
3
: not severe : temperate
a mild climate
mild symptoms of disease
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Examples of mild in a Sentence
He has a mild manner.
He was a mild-mannered man who rarely became angry.
They had a mild disagreement.
She has a mild case of the flu.
He suffered a mild concussion attack.
a mild reprimand, not a stern one
We've been having a very mild winter.
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Rick Hurd, The Mercury News, 15 Nov. 2024
Despite their relatively thin profile, however, the Venta gloves were too hot for runs in mild temps above 30 degrees Fahrenheit.
—Mark Eller, Outside Online, 15 Nov. 2024
Northern Colorado will likely see more mild snow, including Fort Collins, Greeley and the Eastern Plains north of I-76, according to the National Weather Service.
—Katie Langford, The Denver Post, 7 Nov. 2024
In combination with the mild climate, this creates an environment perfectly suited for yachting and fine living.
—Dubai Tourism Contributor, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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“Mild.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mild. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
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mild
adjective1
: gentle in nature or behavior
a mild person
2
a
: not strong in action or effect
a mild drug
b
: not sharp, spicy, or bitter
a mild cheese
3
: not severe : temperate sense 5
mild weather
Medical Definition
mild
adjective1
: moderate in action or effect
a mild drug
2
: not severe
a mild case of the flu
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