moderation
n
1 [U] quality of being moderate; freedom from excess; restraint 温和; 适度; 节制
They showed a remarkable degree of moderation in not quarrelling publicly on television. 他们表现得极为克制, 未在电视上公开吵起来.
2 (idm 习语) in mode`ration (of smoking, drinking alcohol, etc) in a moderate manner; not excessively (指吸烟、 饮酒等)适度地, 不过分
Whisky can be good for you if taken in moderation. 威士忌酒如饮用适度是有益的.