Definition of "Moderate" :

noun: a person who takes a position in the political center

verb: make less fast or intense

"Moderate your speed."

verb: make more temperate, acceptable, or suitable by adding something else

verb: preside over

"John moderated the discussion."

verb: make less strong or intense; soften

verb: make less severe or harsh

"He moderated his tone when the students burst out in tears."

verb: lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits

"Moderate your alcohol intake."

adjective: not extreme

"A moderate penalty."

adjective: being within reasonable or average limits; not excessive or extreme

"Moderate prices."

adjective: marked by avoidance of extravagance or extremes

"Moderate in his demands."