1.a person who takes a position in the political center
2.being within reasonable or average limits; not excessive or extreme;
moderate prices
3.not extreme;
a moderate penalty
4.marked by avoidance of extravagance or extremes;
moderate in his demands
1.preside over;
John moderated the discussion
2.make less fast or intense;
moderate your speed
3.lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits;
moderate your alcohol intake
4.make less severe or harsh;
He moderated his tone when the students burst out in tears
5.make less strong or intense; soften;
Tone down that aggressive letter
6.restrain or temper