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Definition of intemperate

intemperate

/ɪnˈtɛm.pɚ.ət/
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Adverb:intemperately
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1

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

Example

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

2

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

Example

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

3

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

Example

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

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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 14th century from Latin 'intemperatus', meaning 'immoderate' or 'unregulated', formed from the privative prefix 'in-' ('not') and 'temperatus', the past participle of 'temperare' ('to observe proper measure' or 'to mix in due proportion').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Intemperate. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/intemperate
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