Immoderate — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /(ˌ)i(m)-ˈmä-d(ə-)rət/ im·mod·er·ate

Meaning & Definition of Immoderate

Immoderate (adjective)

  1. exceeding just, usual, or suitable bounds

Immoderate (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. going beyond a normal or acceptable limit in degree or amount

    "the young widow remarried with what was regarded as immoderate haste by most observers"

    similar: baroque, devilish, excessive, exorbitant, extravagant, extreme, fancy, inordinate, insane, intolerable, lavish, over-the-top, overdue, overextravagant, overmuch, overweening, plethoric, steep, stiff, towering, unconscionable, undue, unmerciful, a bit much
    related: boundless, endless, immeasurable, infinite, limitless, unbearable, unjustifiable, unwarranted, improper, inappropriate, thick, unseemly, unrestrained
    opposite: middling, moderate, modest, reasonable, temperate
    near: deficient, inadequate, insufficient, minimal, minimum

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Immoderate

The most common words with a similar meaning to Immoderate:

baroque, devilish, excessive, exorbitant, extravagant, extreme, fancy, inordinate, insane, intolerable, lavish, over-the-top, overdue, overextravagant, overmuch, overweening, plethoric, steep, stiff, towering, unconscionable, undue, unmerciful, a bit much

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Immoderate

Words with the opposite meaning of Immoderate:

middling, moderate, modest, reasonable, temperate

Related Words for Immoderate

boundless, endless, immeasurable, infinite, limitless, unbearable, unjustifiable, unwarranted, improper, inappropriate, thick, unseemly, unrestrained

Near Antonyms of Immoderate

deficient, inadequate, insufficient, minimal, minimum

Word Forms of Immoderate

Derived words: immoderately (adverb), immoderateness (noun), immoderation (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Immoderate

Middle English immoderat, from Latin immoderatus, from in- + moderatus, past participle of moderare to moderate

First known use: 14th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Immoderate

What does "Immoderate" mean?

"Immoderate" means exceeding just, usual, or suitable bounds. As an adjective, it is defined as: exceeding just, usual, or suitable bounds.

What is another word for "Immoderate"?

Other words for "Immoderate" include baroque, devilish, excessive, exorbitant, extravagant, extreme, fancy and inordinate. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Immoderate" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Immoderate"?

There are 37 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Immoderate". Common alternatives include baroque, devilish, excessive, exorbitant, extravagant, extreme, fancy, inordinate, insane and intolerable.

What is the opposite of "Immoderate"?

Antonyms of "Immoderate" include middling, moderate, modest, reasonable and temperate. Near antonyms include deficient, inadequate, insufficient and minimal.

How do you use "Immoderate" in a sentence?

Examples of "Immoderate" in a sentence: "the young widow remarried with what was regarded as immoderate haste by most observers".

Is "Immoderate" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Immoderate" is an adjective.

How do you pronounce "Immoderate"?

"Immoderate" is pronounced /(ˌ)i(m)-ˈmä-d(ə-)rət/ and divided into syllables as im·mod·er·ate.

What is the origin of the word "Immoderate"?

"Immoderate" comes from Middle English immoderat, from Latin immoderatus, from in- + moderatus, past participle of moderare to moderate. First known use: 14th century.