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intemperate

 

[ ɪnˈtɛmp(ə)rət ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

behavior

Lacking restraint or self-control; excessive or unrestrained in behavior. Characterized by a lack of moderation or temperance.

Synonyms

excessive, immoderate, uncontrolled, unrestrained

Examples of usage

  • He was known for his intemperate outbursts during meetings.
  • She regretted her intemperate words spoken in anger.
  • The intemperate behavior of the crowd led to chaos in the streets.
Context #2 | Adjective

climate

Characterized by extreme or uncontrolled weather conditions, often referring to excessive heat or cold.

Synonyms

extreme, harsh, inclement, severe

Examples of usage

  • The intemperate climate in the desert made it difficult for plants to survive.
  • Residents had to endure the intemperate cold of the winter storm.

Translations

Translations of the word "intemperate" in other languages:

🇵🇹 intemperado

🇮🇳 असंयमी

🇩🇪 maßlos

🇮🇩 tidak temperamental

🇺🇦 невгамовний

🇵🇱 niepohamowany

🇯🇵 無節制な

🇫🇷 intempérant

🇪🇸 intemperante

🇹🇷 ölçüsüz

🇰🇷 절제 없는

🇸🇦 متهور

🇨🇿 neumírněný

🇸🇰 neumiernený

🇨🇳 无节制的

🇸🇮 neumirjen

🇮🇸 óhóflegur

🇰🇿 шамадан тыс

🇬🇪 მოუთმენელი

🇦🇿 ölçüsüz

🇲🇽 intemperante

Etymology

The word 'intemperate' originated from the Latin word 'intemperatus', which means 'not temperate'. It first appeared in the English language in the late 14th century. Over time, it has evolved to describe both behavioral and weather-related extremes, reflecting a lack of moderation or control.

See also: intemperance, temperament, temperance, temperate, temperature, tempering.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #20,654, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.