temper
regulate, modify
Usage
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temperamental
If you are temperamental, you tend to become easily upset and experience unpredictable mood swings.
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temperance
If you show temperance, you act with self-restraint and so don't do things in excess; you also stay away from drinking alcohol.
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temper
When you temper something or someone, you moderate, soften, calm, or tone it down.
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