ghastly vs mild

ghastly

adj
  • Like a ghost in appearance; death-like; pale; pallid; dismal. 

  • Horrifyingly shocking. 

  • Extremely bad. 

adv
  • In a ghastly manner. 

mild

adj
  • Of only moderate severity; not strict. 

  • Not sharp or bitter; not strong in flavor. 

  • Not serious or dangerous. 

  • Moderately warm, especially less cold than expected. 

  • Gentle and not easily angered. 

  • Not overly felt or seriously intended. 

  • Acting gently and without causing harm. 

noun
  • A relatively low-gravity beer, often with a dark colour; mild ale 

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