Definitions
There are 9 meanings of the word
Temper.
How to pronounce temper:
US
Temper - as a noun
A sudden outburst of anger
Example: "His temper sparked like damp firewood"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
irritation10pique16A characteristic (habitual or relatively temporary) state of feeling
Example: "Whether he praised or cursed me depended on his temper at the time"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
humor10humour11mood7Hypernyms (Closely Related)
feeling11Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
A disposition to exhibit uncontrolled anger
Example: "His temper was well known to all his employees"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
biliousness13irritability17peevishness19pettishness16snappishness19surliness9Hypernyms (Closely Related)
ill natureHyponyms (Broadly Related)
The elasticity and hardness of a metal object; its ability to absorb considerable energy before cracking
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
toughness13Temper - as a verb
Bring to a desired consistency, texture, or hardness by a process of gradually heating and cooling
Example: "Temper glass"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
anneal6normalize20Adjust the pitch (of pianos)
Make more temperate, acceptable, or suitable by adding something else
Example: "She tempered her criticism"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
moderate11mollify15season6Example Sentences
"He has a bad temper and often gets angry easily."
"She has a calm and patient temper, which makes her a great teacher."
"I need to control my temper and not let it affect my relationships."
"His unpredictable temper makes it difficult to work with him."
"He has a fiery temper and is known for his outbursts of anger."
Word Game Points
Is TEMPER a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, temper is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
TEMPER has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is TEMPER a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, temper is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordTEMPER has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.
Is TEMPER a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, temper is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordTEMPER has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.
