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Synonyms of mild

16 similar words · 6 opposite words

Another word for mild is kind. Other synonyms of mild are gentle, meek, clement, indulgent and placid. The opposite of mild is severe.

Synonyms and similar words for mild

adjectiveMore synonyms

  • softLacking strength or resolve; not tough, wimpy.
  • gentleSoft and mild rather than hard or severe.
  • blandMild; soft, gentle, balmy; smooth in manner; suave.
  • calm
  • tranquil
  • soothing
  • pleasant
  • placidCalm and quiet; peaceful; tranquil.
  • meekHumble, non-boastful, modest, meager, or self-effacing.
  • kindMild, gentle, forgiving.
  • tender
  • indulgentDisposed or prone to indulge, humor, gratify, or yield to one's own or another's desires, etc., or to be compliant...
  • clementMild (said of weather and similar circumstances).
  • mollifying
  • lenitiveMild; gentle.
  • assuasiveMild, soothing.

Opposite of mild

adjectiveMore antonyms

Meaning of mild

  1. adjective Gentle and not easily angered.
  2. adjective Of only moderate severity; not strict.
  3. adjective Conciliatory, nonpolemical; gentle in tone.

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Questions about synonyms of mild

What is another word for mild?
Mild has 16 synonyms on Word.ws, such as kind, gentle, meek, clement, indulgent and placid.
What is the opposite of mild?
The opposite of mild is severe. Other antonyms of mild are strong.
What does mild mean?
Mild means gentle and not easily angered.

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