moderating Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. verb preside over
    chair; moderate; lead.
    • John moderated the discussion
  2. verb make less fast or intense
    moderate.
    • moderate your speed
  3. verb lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits
    control; moderate; hold in; curb; contain; hold; check.
    • moderate your alcohol intake
    • hold your tongue
    • hold your temper
    • control your anger
  4. verb make less severe or harsh
    moderate; mince; soften.
    • He moderated his tone when the students burst out in tears
  5. verb make less strong or intense; soften
    moderate; tone down; tame.
    • Tone down that aggressive letter
    • The author finally tamed some of his potentially offensive statements
  6. verb restrain
    moderate; chasten; temper.
  7. adjective lessening in intensity or strength

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