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intemperate Antonyms

Opposite of intemperate

Because the opposite of intemperate shifts with each meaning, the 14 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Having or showing a lack of self-control, moderation, or restraint in speech, behavior, or emotion.

Usage Example

"The senator apologized for his temperate remarks during the heated committee hearing."

Strongest
temperate
moderate
restrained
Strong
measured
self-controlled
calm

• adjective (Context 2)

Given to excessive indulgence in appetites or pleasures, especially the consumption of alcoholic drink.

Usage Example

"His temperate lifestyle and late nights eventually took a serious toll on his health."

Strongest
temperate
abstemious
abstinent
sober
Strong
ascetic

• adjective (Context 3)

Characterized by severe, extreme, or inclement temperatures and weather conditions.

Usage Example

"Early explorers struggled to survive the temperate winters of the northern tundra."

Strongest
temperate
mild
clement
Strong
balmy
gentle

Similar words to intemperate

Words similar to intemperate shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

immoderate
inclement
unrestrained
self-indulgent
harsh
unbridled
severe
excessive
See all synonyms of intemperate

• Nearby Words

intelligible
intelligibly
intemperance
intemperate
intended
intense
intensely

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Intemperate. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/intemperate
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