temperament
Translation
temperament, disposition, nature, character
Examples
She has a calm and steady temperament.
She has a calm and steady temperament.
His artistic temperament makes him very sensitive.
His artistic temperament makes him very sensitive.
Grammar Patterns
a ((adjective)) temperament a type of nature or character She has a calm temperament.
((sb.))'s temperament the nature of a person His temperament is not suited for this job.
Similar Words
Synonyms: disposition, nature, character, personality
Etymology
From Latin 'temperamentum' (a mixing in due proportion), from 'temperare' (to mix). It refers to the 'mix' of traits that forms a person's character.
Memory Tips
It's the permanent 'temper' or 'temperature' of your personality, your natural 'mix' of traits.