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mild

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /maɪld/

Forms: milder

mild means: Not very serious, harsh, or strict.

adjective

NOT SEVEREB2

Not very serious, harsh, or strict.

  • Her symptoms were mild.
  • The judge gave him a mild sentence.
  • His suggestion received only mild criticism.

Similar words: slight, light

Opposites: severe, harsh

Common phrases: mild symptoms, mild punishment, mild criticism

GENTLE TASTEB1

Having a gentle taste that is not strong, bitter, or very spicy.

  • I prefer mild cheese.
  • This curry is mild enough for children.
  • The sauce had a pleasant, mild flavour.

Similar words: delicate

Opposites: strong

Common phrases: mild cheese, mild curry, mild flavour

GENTLE PERSONB2

Calm and kind, and unlikely to become angry.

  • He was a mild man.
  • Her mild manner helped everyone relax.
  • Even our mild teacher became angry when the shouting continued.

Similar words: gentle, calm, easygoing

Opposites: aggressive, fierce

Common phrases: mild manner, mild temper, mild man

Questions about mild

What does mild mean?

Not very serious, harsh, or strict.

What is mild in other languages?

Türkçe: hafif · Español: leve · Français: léger · Deutsch: leicht · Italiano: lieve · 日本語: 軽度の

How do you pronounce mild?

It is pronounced /maɪld/.

How do you use mild in a sentence?

Her symptoms were mild. The judge gave him a mild sentence.

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