moderate

adjective

Being within reasonable limits; not excessive or extreme.

adjective

Not violent or subject to extremes; mild or calm; temperate.

adjective

Of medium or average quantity or extent.

adjective

Of limited or average quality; mediocre.

adjective

Opposed to radical or extreme views or measures, especially in politics or religion.

noun

One who holds or champions moderate views or opinions, especially in politics or religion.

intransitive verb

To cause to be less extreme, intense, or violent.

intransitive verb

To preside over.

intransitive verb

To become less extreme, intense, or violent; abate.