intemperate (Meaning)
intemperate (a)
(of weather or climate) not mild; subject to extremes
excessive in behavior
intemperate (s)
given to excessive indulgence of bodily appetites especially for intoxicating liquors
intemperate (a.)
Indulging any appetite or passion to excess; immoderate to enjoyments or exertion.
Specifically, addicted to an excessive or habitual use of alcoholic liquors.
Excessive; ungovernable; inordinate; violent; immoderate; as, intemperate language, zeal, etc.; intemperate weather.
intemperate (v. t.)
To disorder.
Synonyms & Antonyms of intemperate
intemperate Sentence Examples
- The intemperate consumption of alcohol and drugs had severe consequences for his health.
- Her speech was marked by intemperate outbursts, alienating her listeners.
- The debate was marred by intemperate remarks that escalated the tension.
- The politician's intemperate response to criticism damaged his reputation.
- The intemperate weather conditions made it difficult to travel safely.
- The judge issued an intemperate sentence, sparking outrage among the public.
- Intemperate spending habits led to financial ruin for the young couple.
- The intemperate display of emotion was both embarrassing and unprofessional.
- The intemperate heat made work unbearable, resulting in reduced productivity.
- The intemperate political climate created a dangerous divide within society.
FAQs About the word intemperate
(of weather or climate) not mild; subject to extremes, excessive in behavior, given to excessive indulgence of bodily appetites especially for intoxicating liqu
rampant, unbridled, uncontrolled, runaway, unhampered, unchecked, uncontrollable, abandoned,unrestrained, unbounded
checked,controlled, governed, checked, restrained, temperate, hindered, governed, restrained, hampered
The intemperate consumption of alcohol and drugs had severe consequences for his health.
Her speech was marked by intemperate outbursts, alienating her listeners.
The debate was marred by intemperate remarks that escalated the tension.
The politician's intemperate response to criticism damaged his reputation.
