Having little force or exerting little pressure; esp. (of the touch of a hand, a blow, etc.) gentle; not violent.

Of a physical process, condition, or agency: not intense, violent, rigorous, or severe. Of winds or seas: of medium strength or force. Of a…

Of natural forces (†animals), etc.: Quiet, gentle, peaceful.

Not strong or energetic in action; lacking in force or power. of natural agents, etc.

Moderate.

Of or in reference to actions, etc.: Gentle, easy, moderate, deliberate, not violent. Obsolete.

Moderate or deficient in power or strength. Obsolete.

Free from vehemence or violence; gentle; (also) lacking in energy or effort. Obsolete.

Free from excess; not extreme; moderate, modest; restrained; understated; (also of colour) muted, subdued.

Of action, speech, etc.: not expressive of or characterized by strong emotion; (of an emotion or quality) rational, moderate.

= relaxant, adj.