temperate
Translation
moderate, mild, self-controlled
Examples
He lives in a temperate climate.
He lives in a temperate climate.
She has a temperate personality.
She has a temperate personality.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) describing a (noun) as moderate or mild. The region has a temperate climate.
Similar Words
Synonyms: mild, moderate; Antonyms: extreme, intemperate
Etymology
From Latin 'temperatus', past participle of 'temperare' meaning 'to mix, moderate'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'temperature'. A temperate climate has a moderate temperature.