moderation
Moderation (noun) means the avoidance of extremes; restraint. Example: “He believed in moderation, even when it came to dessert.”
How to use moderation
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishEither restraint (not overdoing something) or the act of policing rules on a forum or discussion.
Word forms
moderations plural
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He believed in _____, even when it came to dessert.
Etymology
From Old French moderacion, from Latin moderatio, built from the same root as "moderate."
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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.