intemperate

adjective
UK: /ɪnˈtempərət/
US: /ɪnˈtempərət/

  1. Showing a lack of control; immoderate, especially in regards to alcohol consumption or strong emotions.

    1. He was intemperate and often drunk.
    2. Her intemperate outburst shocked everyone in the meeting, they couldn't believe it.

  2. Characterized by excessive or extreme behavior or actions.

    1. The ruler was known for his intemperate decisions.
    2. The senator's intemperate remarks fueled the controversy, drawing sharp criticism.

Synonyms

immoderate excessive unrestrained extreme
intemperate verb

  1. To behave without restraint or moderation, especially in the consumption of alcohol.

    1. He tends to intemperate at parties.
    2. It is not good to intemperate on things that may cause you problems later.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "intemperate" in English means: Showing a lack of control; immoderate, especially in regards to alcohol consumption or strong emotions., Characterized by excessive or extreme behavior or actions..

The phonetic transcription of "intemperate" is /ɪnˈtempərət/ in British English and /ɪnˈtempərət/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "intemperate": immoderate, excessive, unrestrained, extreme.

Example usage of "intemperate": "He was intemperate and often drunk.". More examples on the page.