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mildest

 

[ ˈmaɪldɪst ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

degree of intensity

The term 'mildest' is the superlative form of 'mild', which describes something as being gentle, moderate, or not severe. It can refer to weather conditions, flavors, or even behaviors. When used in the context of temperature, 'mildest' indicates the least extreme temperature within a specific range. In culinary contexts, it suggests a flavor that is not overpowering or spicy. The word conveys a sense of softness or gentleness.

Synonyms

gentlest, least intense, softest

Examples of usage

  • The mildest winter we've experienced in years.
  • She prefers the mildest flavors in her dishes.
  • Among the spices available, this one is the mildest.

Translations

Translations of the word "mildest" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mais suave

🇮🇳 सबसे हल्का

🇩🇪 am mildesten

🇮🇩 paling lembut

🇺🇦 найм'якший

🇵🇱 najłagodniejszy

🇯🇵 最も穏やかな

🇫🇷 le plus doux

🇪🇸 el más suave

🇹🇷 en yumuşak

🇰🇷 가장 부드러운

🇸🇦 الأكثر اعتدالاً

🇨🇿 nejmírnější

🇸🇰 najmiernejší

🇨🇳 最温和的

🇸🇮 najmilejši

🇮🇸 mildast

🇰🇿 ең жұмсақ

🇬🇪 ყველაზე ნაზი

🇦🇿 ən yumşaq

🇲🇽 el más suave

Etymology

The word 'mild' originates from the Old English 'milde', which signifies mildness or gentleness, primarily regarding weather or temperament. This Old English term has roots in the Proto-Germanic '*milðiz', which conveys a similar sense of softness or gentleness. Over the centuries, the word evolved in the English language to incorporate various nuances, including its application to flavors, personalities, and other contexts where a softer or less intense quality is desired. The superlative form 'mildest' emerged as a way to express the extreme end of this scale, allowing speakers to compare varying degrees of intensity of mildness among different subjects.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #24,880, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.