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intemperate Synonyms

Another word for intemperate

Choosing another word for intemperate depends on context, so the 18 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match 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 immoderate remarks during the heated committee hearing."

Strongest
immoderate
unrestrained
unbridled
Strong
excessive
unchecked
inordinate
extravagant

• adjective (Context 2)

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

Usage Example

"His self-indulgent lifestyle and late nights eventually took a serious toll on his health."

Strongest
self-indulgent
Strong
incontinent
dissipated
dissolute
gluttonous

• adjective (Context 3)

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

Usage Example

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

Strongest
inclement
severe
harsh
Strong
extreme
rigorous
stormy

Opposites of intemperate

The opposite of intemperate shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

temperate
abstemious
mild
moderate
abstinent
clement
restrained
sober
See all opposites of intemperate

• Nearby Words

intelligible
intelligibly
intemperance
intemperate
intend
intended
intense

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