moderation

(noun)

noun

1. quality of being moderate and avoiding extremes

Similar word(s): moderateness

Definition categories: attribute, degree, grade, level

2. a change for the better

Similar word(s): easing, relief

Definition categories: event, alteration, change, modification

3. the trait of avoiding excesses

Similar word(s): temperance

Definition categories: attribute, control, restraint

4. the action of lessening in severity or intensity

- the object being control or moderation of economic depressions

Similar word(s): mitigation

Definition categories: act, decrease, diminution, reduction

Sentences with moderation as a noun:

- The moderation of a large online forum can be hard work.