moderating

Meanings

Verb

• preside over
• make less fast or intense
• lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits
• make less severe or harsh
• make less strong or intense; soften
• restrain
• present participle and gerund of moderate

Adjective

• lessening in intensity or strength

Synonyms

chair, chasten, check, contain, control, curb, hold, hold in, lead, mince, moderate, soften, tame, temper, tone down

Antonyms

intensifying