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intemperate

adjective

/ɪnˈtɛmpərət/

Meaning

Lacking self-control; immoderate, especially in indulgence.

The politician's intemperate remarks caused controversy.

immoderate, excessive, uncontrolled, reckless

moderate, restrained, controlled

intemperate behavior, intemperate remarks, intemperate anger, intemperate climate

allowed or permitted by rules or law

At an angle of 90 degrees to a given line, plane, or surface.

morally low, dirty, or cheap in quality

made of or resembling oak wood

occurring or continuing after death; published after the author's death

large in size, extent, or importance