MODERATION


Meaning of MODERATION in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ mɒdəreɪʃ(ə)n ]

1.

If you say that someone’s behaviour shows moderation , you approve of them because they act in a way that you think is reasonable and not extreme.

The United Nations Secretary General called on all parties to show moderation.

= restraint

N-UNCOUNT [ approval ]

If you say that someone does something such as eat, drink, or smoke in moderation , you mean that they do not eat, smoke, or drink too much or more than is reasonable.

Many adults are able to drink in moderation, but others become dependent on alcohol...

PHRASE : PHR after v

2.

see also moderate

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