Temperament refers to a characteristic frame of mind, disposition, or emotional excess.
Temperament refers to a characteristic frame of mind, disposition, or emotional excess.
| Word | temperament |
|---|---|
| Part of Speech | N. |
| Definition | characteristic frame of mind; disposition; emotional excess. |
| Sentence | Although the twins look alike, they differ markedly in temperament: Todd is calm, but Rod is excitable. Racket-throwing tennis star John McEnroe was famed for his displays of temperament. |
Tags: psat, hf
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