temperament

temperament is the way that someone is naturally inclined. Some people are very impulsive, while others are more patient.

  • He has a very tempestuous personality.

  • She is very patient, which is why she is able to handle the tempestuous personality of her son.

Definition of temperament

noun

your usual mood

Synonyms:

disposition

noun

an adjustment of the intervals (as in tuning a keyboard instrument) so that the scale can be used to play in different keys

noun

excessive emotionalism or irritability and excitability (especially when displayed openly)

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Example Sentences for temperament

  • 1

    The temperament of the Cayuga is docile.

  • 2

    She has the temperament of a diva.

  • 3

    The ceiling has tempera paintings.

  • 4

    The paintings are all tempera on canvas.

  • 5

    The temperament is very docile and willing.

  • 6

    But unfortunately you have a choleric temperament.

  • 7

    In temperament, they are alert and active, but not necessarily flighty.

  • 8

    Individuals with sanguine temperaments are extroverted and social.

  • 9

    Cigarettes seem the sustenance of the artistic temperament.

  • 10

    The Nubian temperament is sociable, outgoing, and vocal.