mildlyyetdistinctly
adverbUK /ˈmaɪldli jɛt dɪˈstɪŋktli/
US /ˈmaɪldli jɛt dɪˈstɪŋktli/
In a small way that you can still clearly notice.
The soup was mildly yet distinctly spicy, so even kids could taste the little kick.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. In a way that is not strong but is easy to tell apart from other things.
Her voice was mildly yet distinctly different from her sister's.
3. To a small degree that still stands out clearly.
The room smelled mildly yet distinctly of fresh paint.
4. Quietly but in a way you cannot miss.
He smiled mildly yet distinctly, showing he understood the joke.