mild

léger, bénin

Qui n’est pas très grave, dur ou sévère.

En anglais simple : Not very serious, harsh, or strict.

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

Synonymes : slight, light

Contraires : severe, harsh

Expressions courantes : mild symptoms, mild punishment, mild criticism

doux

Dont le goût n’est ni fort, ni amer, ni très épicé.

En anglais simple : 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.

Synonymes : delicate

Contraires : strong

Expressions courantes : mild cheese, mild curry, mild flavour

doux, paisible

Calme et bienveillant, qui se met rarement en colère.

En anglais simple : 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.

Synonymes : gentle, calm, easygoing

Contraires : aggressive, fierce

Expressions courantes : mild manner, mild temper, mild man