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milder

adj.
B1 Intermediate US //ˈmaɪɫdɝ// UK //mˈaɪldɐ// milder

adj. describes something that is less strong, severe, or cold than usual. You use this to talk about weather that is not freezing or food that is not very spicy.

adj. comparative form of 'mild'; refers to something that is less intense, harsh, or extreme in degree. Often used to describe weather conditions, flavours, or medical symptoms.


SIMPLE

The weather is much milder this week.

CONTEXTUAL

The doctor suggested a milder treatment because the patient's symptoms were not very severe.

COMPLEX

Meteorologists predict a milder winter than last year, which should help reduce the overall energy consumption for heating across the region.

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The comparative form of 'mild'; typically precedes a noun or follows a linking verb.

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