Meaning & use
temperament
A person's characteristic way of thinking, behaving, and reacting to situations, especially in terms of mood.
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Even as a baby, she had a calm temperament that rarely startled at loud noises.
His fiery temperament made him prone to sudden outbursts under pressure.
A note on using this word
Often considered an innate tendency present from early life, distinct from "personality," which is shaped more by experience.
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