Moderation
Noun
Definition: The quality or state of being moderate; avoiding extremes or excesses.
Definition: The act or process of moderating or tempering, especially as a method of achieving balance or harmony.
Synonyms: Balance, Temperance, Restraint
Antonyms: Extremity, Excess, Indulgence
- The key to a healthy lifestyle is moderation in diet and exercise.
- The debate was conducted with civility and moderation.
- Think of "moderation" as "moderating" or controlling one's actions to avoid going to extremes.
- The word "moderate" is a close synonym of moderation, so think of the word moderating.
Etymology:
Middle English "moderacioun," from Latin "moderatio," from "moderatus" (past participle of "moderare"), meaning "to control, regulate."
Historical Usage:The term "moderation" has been in use since the 14th century with a consistent meaning of avoiding extremes or achieving balance in various contexts.
Related Idioms:
"In moderation"
Explanation:Refers to consuming or doing something in reasonable or limited quantities, without going to excess.
Misconceptions:
Moderation means being average or mediocre.
Explanation:While moderation involves avoiding extremes, it does not imply mediocrity. It focuses on achieving balance and avoiding excesses, which can often lead to greater success and fulfillment.