Definitions

temperament

[tem-per-uh-muhnt, -pruh-muhnt, -per-muhnt] / ˈtɛm pər ə mənt, -prə mənt, -pər mənt /

NOUN

disposition, personality

Synonyms

STRONGEST

attitude ego humor idiosyncrasy inclination individuality intellect mentality mettle mood nature outlook quality spirit tendency

STRONG

bent capacity cast character constitution distinctiveness emotions individualism kind makeup peculiarity soul stamp structure susceptibility turn type way

WEAK

frame of mind inner nature

Antonyms

STRONG

inability

Example Sentences

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It wasn’t market acumen or grasp of economic theory, but how he combined both with a temperament for navigating relentless political pressure.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 22, 2026

"I've known and respected Jay Clayton for decades. His intelligence, temperament and deep commitment to public service will make him a terrific DNI," added Jim Hines, the top Democrat on the House Intelligence Committee.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

Debutant opener Emilio Gay looked to have the temperament for Test cricket and his second-innings 57 was the highest individual score of the match.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

Others credit Becerra’s mild temperament, describing him as a steady figure — the Goldilocks candidate in a field of competitors who weren’t just right.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

Your forbearance in this matter shall be a testimony to the equilibrium of your temperament, and provide us with yet another example of the amplitude of your generosity.

From "The Astonishing Life of Octavian Nothing, Traitor to the Nation, Volume I: The Pox Party" by M.T. Anderson

Vocabulary lists containing temperament

"The Great Gatsby," Chapter 1 Vocabulary

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"The Mixer," Vocabulary from the short story

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Vocabulary from the First Presidential Debate: September 26, 2016

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