Having or showing a lack of self-control; immoderate or excessive. Often refers to behavior, speech, or habits that go beyond reasonable limits.
From Latin 'intemperatus,' from 'in-' (not) + 'temperatus' (moderate), from 'temperare' (to moderate or restrain). The word has maintained its core meaning of lacking moderation since entering English in the 14th century.
Remember 'in-TEMPERATE'—not temperate or moderate. Think of someone whose behavior is like extreme weather—too hot, too cold, never just right. They can't find the moderate 'temperature' in their actions or words, always going to extremes!
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