Definition temperament in American English

temperament noun

[countable/uncountable] noun

/ˈtemp(ə)rəmənt/

someone's temperament is their basic character, for example their tendency to be happy, angry, etc.

Example

She was famous for her long red hair and fiery temperament.

Example

He's a radical by temperament.

Synonyms and related words

character personality identity

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