moderation
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(noun) the action of lessening in severity or intensity: "the object being control or moderation of economic depressions" |
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Related Words: abatement, decrease, diminution, reduction, step-down |
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(noun) quality of being moderate and avoiding extremes |
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Synonyms: moderateness |
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Related Words: degree, golden mean, grade, level, reasonableness |
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Antonyms: immoderation |
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(noun) the trait of avoiding excesses |
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Synonyms: temperance |
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Related Words: abstemiousness, control, natural virtue, restraint, sobriety |
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(noun) a change for the better |
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Synonyms: easing, relief |
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Related Words: alteration, change, disembarrassment, modification |
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