moderation
5 synonyms and 1 antonym for moderation, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The avoidance of extremes; restraint.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
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Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
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Antonyms
immoderation
How to use moderation
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
everything in moderation
content moderation
exercise moderation
Etymology
From Old French moderacion, from Latin moderatio, built from the same root as "moderate."
Full origin of moderation →Frequently asked questions
What does “moderation” mean?
The word “moderation” means the avoidance of extremes; restraint. In plain terms, either restraint (not overdoing something) or the act of policing rules on a forum or discussion.
How do you pronounce “moderation”?
“Moderation” is pronounced mo-duh-RAY-shuhn (/ˌmɑdəˈɹeɪʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “moderation” in a sentence?
Here is “moderation” used in a sentence: “He believed in moderation, even when it came to dessert.”
What part of speech is “moderation”?
“Moderation” is a noun.
Where does the word “moderation” come from?
The word “moderation” comes from Latin. From Old French moderacion, from Latin moderatio, built from the same root as "moderate.".
Is “moderation” a common word?
“Moderation” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “moderation” have?
“Moderation” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the avoidance of extremes; restraint.
