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temperate Antonyms

Opposite of temperate

Because the opposite of temperate shifts with each meaning, the 15 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Relating to or denoting a region or climate characterized by mild temperatures without extremes of heat or cold.

Usage Example

"Many deciduous trees thrive in extreme regions where there are four distinct seasons."

Strongest
extreme
intemperate
harsh
Strong
severe
inclement
frigid
torrid
tropical
arctic

• adjective (Context 2)

Showing moderation, self-restraint, or calmness in behavior, attitude, or speech.

Usage Example

"Despite the heated debate, the moderator maintained a intemperate and respectful tone throughout the evening."

Strongest
intemperate
immoderate
unrestrained
Strong
excessive
extreme
self-indulgent
volatile
hot-headed

Similar words to temperate

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

self-restrained
mild
moderate
restrained
measured
clement
even-tempered
composed
See all synonyms of temperate

• Nearby Words

temperamental
temperamentally
temperance
temperate
temperately
temperature
tempered

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