What does tempestive mean?
Tempestive means (obsolete) seasonable; timely.
Tempestive
Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective
Meaning
(obsolete) seasonable; timely.
Example Sentences
Neither obscured from the comfortable beams of the sun, nor covered from the cheerful and tempestive showers of heaven.
Synonyms for tempestive
Antonyms for tempestive
Related Words
Word Forms
- more tempestive
- most tempestive
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for tempestive?
Common synonyms include opportune, timesome.
What is the opposite of tempestive?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use tempestive in a sentence?
Neither obscured from the comfortable beams of the sun, nor covered from the cheerful and tempestive showers of heaven.
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