Definitions For Temper

noun

• A disposition to exhibit uncontrolled anger
• The elasticity and hardness of a metal object; its ability to absorb considerable energy before cracking
• A sudden outburst of anger
• A characteristic (habitual or relatively temporary) state of feeling
• To make (something) less severe or extreme
• To cause (something, such as steel or glass) to become hard or strong by heating it and cooling it

verb

• Change by restraining or moderating
• Make more temperate, acceptable, or suitable by adding something else
• Adjust the pitch (of pianos)
• Harden by reheating and cooling in oil
• Bring to a desired consistency, texture, or hardness by a process of gradually heating and cooling
• The tendency of someone to become angry
• A state of being angry
• Calmness of mind