What does temperamental mean?
Temperamental means (not comparable) Of, related to, or caused by temperament..
Temperamental
/ˌtɛmp(ə)ɹəˈmɛntl̩/ · adjective
Meaning
(not comparable) Of, related to, or caused by temperament..
Definitions by Sense
- (not comparable) Of, related to, or caused by temperament.
- Subject to changing and unpredictable emotional states; moody, capricious.
- (of a machine or of software, figuratively) User-unfriendly, unstable, that is complicated or has poorly written instructions and is subsequently difficult to operate; unpredictable and erratic.
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Synonyms for temperamental
Antonyms for temperamental
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Word Forms
- more temperamental
- most temperamental
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for temperamental?
Common synonyms include erratic, emotional, moody, unreliable.
What is the opposite of temperamental?
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How do you use temperamental in a sentence?
Use temperamental where its definition matches the intended context.
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