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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

temper

/ˈtɛmpər/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does temper mean?

noun, verb

A person's normal or usual mood or disposition; a feeling or mood of a particular kind. To become less severe or intense, or to reduce the intensity of something.

Example

"Her temper was short, but she managed to temper her anger with a calm explanation."

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