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temperament

The word “temperament” has 4 syllables: tem-per-a-ment

It's pronounced as /ˈtɛm.pɚ.mənt/

What is synonym and antonym for temperament?

In the thesaurus, “temperament” has 50 synonyms.

Here are synonyms for temperament along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for temperament

Meanings of temperament

  • noun
    1. A moderate and proportionable mixture of elements or ingredients in a compound; the condition in which elements are mixed in their proper proportions.
    2. Any state or condition as determined by the proportion of its ingredients or the manner in which they are mixed; consistence, composition; mixture.
    3. A person's usual manner of thinking, behaving or reacting.
    4. A tendency to become irritable or angry.
    5. The altering of certain intervals from their correct values in order to improve the moving from key to key.
    6. Individual differences in behavior that are biologically based and are relatively independent of learning, system of values and attitudes.

Example Sentences

  • Her cheerful temperament made her well-liked by everyone in the office.
  • Dogs of that breed usually have a gentle temperament.
  • His artistic temperament often clashed with the rigid structure of corporate life.
  • The teacher adapted her approach to suit each child’s temperament.
  • A calm temperament is essential for working in high-stress environments.

On this page you'll find 50 synonyms or another words to temperament, such as: angle, attitude, belief, character, cheer, conviction, disposition.

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