definition of
moderate

[1] #1 moderate n. [centrist, middle of the roader, moderationist] a person who takes a position in the political center. wn

[2] #2 moderate v. [chair, lead] preside over; "John moderated the discussion". wn

[3] #3 moderate v. make less fast or intense; "moderate your speed". wn

[4] #4 moderate v. [control, hold in, hold, contain, check, curb] lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits; "moderate your alcohol intake"; "hold your tongue"; "hold your temper"; "control your anger". wn

[5] #5 moderate s. [restrained] marked by avoidance of extravagance or extremes; "moderate in his demands"; "restrained in his response". wn