Meaning & use
temperate
Mild in temperature, neither extremely hot nor extremely cold, especially describing a climate.
See it in a sentence
The region's temperate climate makes it ideal for growing grapes.
Coastal cities often enjoy a more temperate climate than inland areas.
A note on using this word
Temperate can also describe a person's behavior, meaning self-restrained and moderate rather than excessive.
Words with a similar meaning
mildmoderate
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Another way to use it
2. adjective
Showing self-restraint and moderation in behavior, habits, or emotion.
He remained temperate even when other guests grew loud and argumentative.
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