tempered (Meaning)
tempered (a)
made hard or flexible or resilient especially by heat treatment
adjusted or attuned by adding a counterbalancing element
tempered (imp. & p. p.)
of Temper
tempered (a.)
Brought to a proper temper; as, tempered steel; having (such) a temper; -- chiefly used in composition; as, a good-tempered or bad-tempered man; a well-tempered sword.
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tempered Sentence Examples
- The chef carefully tempered the chocolate, ensuring a smooth and velvety texture.
- The blacksmith tempered the steel blade, giving it exceptional strength and durability.
- The judge tempered her verdict with mercy, taking into account the defendant's circumstances.
- The piano tuner tempered the strings slightly, balancing their pitch for optimal sound quality.
- The architect tempered the modern design with traditional elements to create a visually appealing home.
- The diplomat tempered his remarks, avoiding any provocative language that could escalate tensions.
- The yoga teacher encouraged her students to temper their enthusiasm with mindfulness.
- The weather forecaster tempered their prediction of a storm, indicating a possible shift in conditions.
- The photographer tempered the lighting, creating a soft and ethereal atmosphere in the portrait.
- The historian tempered the account of the battle, presenting a balanced view that considered both sides' perspectives.
FAQs About the word tempered
made hard or flexible or resilient especially by heat treatment, adjusted or attuned by adding a counterbalancing elementof Temper, Brought to a proper temper;
solid, rigid, indurated, stiffened, case-hardened, compressed, compacted,hardened, unyielding, firm
spongy, pliable, malleable, pliable, elastic,soft, thin, loose, scattered, light
The chef carefully tempered the chocolate, ensuring a smooth and velvety texture.
The blacksmith tempered the steel blade, giving it exceptional strength and durability.
The judge tempered her verdict with mercy, taking into account the defendant's circumstances.
The piano tuner tempered the strings slightly, balancing their pitch for optimal sound quality.
