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Temper — synonyms, definition

1. temper (Noun)

74 synonyms
air aloofness anger animosity atmosphere attitude bent bias biliousness calmness character complexion composure conditions constitution coolness dander disposition environment equanimity • • •
4 definitions

temper (Noun) — A sudden outburst of anger. ex. "his temper sparked like damp firewood"

temper (Noun) — A characteristic (habitual or relatively temporary) state of feeling. ex. "whether he praised or cursed me depended on his temper at the time"

temper (Noun) — A disposition to exhibit uncontrolled anger. ex. "his temper was well known to all his employees"

temper (Noun) — The elasticity and hardness of a metal object; its ability to absorb considerable energy before cracking.

7 types of
annoyance chafe elasticity feeling ill nature snap vexation
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amiability distemper good humor good humour good temper ill humor ill humour peeve querulousness sulk sulkiness

2. temper (Verb)

57 synonyms
abate accommodate adapt adjust agree allay alter anneal assuage bake blend calm char chasten concur conform convert cool cure dampen • • •
5 definitions

temper (Verb) — Bring to a desired consistency, texture, or hardness by a process of gradually heating and cooling. ex. "temper glass"

temper (Verb) — Harden by reheating and cooling in oil. ex. "temper steel"

temper (Verb) — Adjust the pitch (of pianos).

temper (Verb) — Make more temperate, acceptable, or suitable by adding something else; moderate. ex. "she tempered her criticism"

temper (Verb) — Restrain.

9 types of
adjust alter change correct harden indurate modify set weaken