mildly
1 antonym for mildly — opposites grouped by meaning.
Adv — In a gentle, calm, or non-aggressive way.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. adv
In a gentle, calm, or non-aggressive way.
“He mildly suggested that they try a different approach.”
2. adv
To a small degree; somewhat.
“The soup was mildly spicy, just enough to notice.”
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How to use mildly
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
mildly amusing
mildly annoyed
mildly surprised
put it mildly
Frequently asked questions
What does “mildly” mean?
The word “mildly” means in a gentle, calm, or non-aggressive way. In plain terms, gently, or only to a small extent — the opposite of "extremely" or "harshly.".
How do you pronounce “mildly”?
“Mildly” is pronounced MYLD-lee (/ˈmaɪldli/ in IPA).
How do you use “mildly” in a sentence?
Here is “mildly” used in a sentence: “He mildly suggested that they try a different approach.”
What part of speech is “mildly”?
“Mildly” is an adverb.
Is “mildly” a common word?
“Mildly” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “mildly” have?
“Mildly” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: in a gentle, calm, or non-aggressive way.
