tempery

/tɛmˈpərəmənt/

Definitions

1. noun

a person’s natural disposition or character, as evidenced by their behavior and reactions to different situations.

“She has a sweet temperament, always willing to lend a helping hand.”

2. noun

a quality or disposition, as of the weather, that is subject to change.

“The change in temperament of the weather from calm to stormy was sudden and unexpected.”

3. noun

a state of mind or feeling, especially one that is intense or strong.

“The mood of the crowd changed to one of anger and frustration.”

Synonyms

  • character
  • disposition
  • mood
  • nature
  • temper

Antonyms

  • belligerence
  • irritability
  • short temper