Pronunciation: /ˈtɛmpərəmənt/
noun a person's or animal's nature, especially as it permanently affects their behavior
A1 My dog has a friendly temperament.
A2 She is known for her calm temperament in stressful situations.
B1 His temperament can sometimes be unpredictable, but he means well.
B2 The actor's fiery temperament often caused conflicts on set.
C1 Her diplomatic temperament makes her well-suited for negotiations.
C2 The politician's volatile temperament has been a topic of debate among the public.
adjective relating to a person's or animal's nature or behavior
A1 She has a calm temperament.
A2 His friendly temperament makes him easy to get along with.
B1 The teacher's patient temperament helped her deal with difficult students.
B2 The artist's creative temperament shines through in her work.
C1 His volatile temperament often leads to arguments with his colleagues.
C2 The conductor's passionate temperament brings a unique energy to the orchestra.
formal The child's temperament is quite calm and easy-going.
informal My dog has a very playful temperament.
slang I can't stand her bad temperament when she's in a bad mood.
figurative His fiery temperament often gets him into trouble.
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