Temperamental Definition
temperamental
adjective
- relating to or caused by temperament; "temperamental indifference to neatness"; "temperamental peculiarities"
- subject to sharply varying moods; "a temperamental opera singer"
- likely to perform unpredictably; "erratic winds are the bane of a sailor"; "a temperamental motor; sometimes it would start and sometimes it wouldn't"; "that beautiful but temperamental instrument the flute"- Osbert Lancaster
"Temperamental" in song lyrics
See how temperamental is used in real songs:
-
"It's temperamental"
Lily Allen — Everything's Just Wonderful
Words that rhyme with temperamental
Usage tips for "temperamental"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "temperamental" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for temperamental to find words that pair well.