temperate Meaning & Definition
What Does Temperate Mean?
Temperate is an adjective that means Moderate; not excessive. It can also mean Specifically, moderate in temperature. As a verb, it means To render temperate; to moderate.
Quick Facts About Temperate
| Part of speech | adjective, verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ˈtɛmpəɹət// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | restrained, moderate and mild |
| Antonyms | intemperate |
| Comparative / superlative | more temperate, most temperate |
| Verb forms | temperates, temperating, temperated |
Temperate Definition (Adjective)
- Moderate; not excessive.
temperate heat
- Specifically, moderate in temperature.
These trees can only grow in temperate climates.
- Moderate in the indulgence of the natural appetites or passions
temperate in eating and drinking.
- Proceeding from temperance.
- Dependent on life in a temperate climate.
temperate fishes
Temperate as a Verb
- To render temperate; to moderate
Adjective
- Living in an environment that is temperate, not extreme.
temperate fishes
Synonyms of Temperate
Temperate synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Temperate
Temperate in a Sentence
temperate heat
He has a temperate demeanour
These trees can only grow in temperate climates.
temperate in eating and drinking.
temperate fishes
a temperate climate.
Word Forms & Grammar
temperate (comparative more temperate, superlative most temperate)
temperate (third-person singular simple present temperates, present participle temperating, simple past and past participle temperated)
Words That Rhyme With Temperate
Origin of Temperate
The adjective is first attested in 1380, in Middle English, the verb in 1540; borrowed from Latin temperātus, perfect passive participle of temperō (“to moderate, forbear, combine properly”), see -ate (adjective-forming suffix) and -ate (verb-forming suffix). See temper. Displaced native Old English ġemetegod.
How to Pronounce Temperate
Temperate is pronounced //ˈtɛmpəɹət// and has 1 syllable.
Questions People Ask About Temperate
Is temperate an adjective or a verb?
Temperate is mainly used as an adjective, but it can also be used as a verb.
What is another word for temperate?
Words with a similar meaning to temperate include restrained, moderate and mild. See the full list of temperate synonyms and antonyms.
What is the opposite of temperate?
The opposite of temperate is intemperate.
What is the past tense of temperate?
The past tense of temperate is temperated. The present participle is temperating.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of temperate?
The comparative form is more temperate and the superlative form is most temperate.