Intemperate — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /(ˌ)in-ˈtem-p(ə-)rət/ in·tem·per·ate

Meaning & Definition of Intemperate

Intemperate (adjective)

  1. not temperate; especially, given to excessive use of intoxicating liquors

Intemperate (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. showing no signs of being under control

    "intemperate anger that is so extreme that the man should be in therapy"

    similar: abandoned, rampant, raw, runaway, unbounded, unbridled, unchecked, uncontrolled, unhampered, unhindered, unrestrained
    related: uncontrollable, ungovernable, barbaric, hog wild, riotous, uninhibited, wild
    opposite: bridled, checked, constrained, controlled, curbed, governed, hampered, hindered, restrained, temperate
    near: moderate, tempered

  2. given to excessive use of alcoholic beverages

    "a serious course in wine appreciation that does not welcome intemperate drinkers and party animals"

    similar: bibulous, crapulous, drunken, sottish
    related: debauched, dissipated, dissolute, drunk, high, inebriated, intoxicated, loaded (slang), soused, tipsy
    opposite: temperate
    near: clearheaded, sober, straight, abstemious, abstinent, teetotal

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Intemperate

The most common words with a similar meaning to Intemperate:

abandoned, rampant, raw, runaway, unbounded, unbridled, unchecked, uncontrolled, unhampered, unhindered, unrestrained, bibulous, crapulous, drunken, sottish

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Intemperate

Words with the opposite meaning of Intemperate:

bridled, checked, constrained, controlled, curbed, governed, hampered, hindered, restrained, temperate

Related Words for Intemperate

uncontrollable, ungovernable, barbaric, hog wild, riotous, uninhibited, wild, debauched, dissipated, dissolute, drunk, high, inebriated, intoxicated, loaded, soused, tipsy

Near Antonyms of Intemperate

moderate, tempered, clearheaded, sober, straight, abstemious, abstinent, teetotal

Word Forms of Intemperate

Derived words: intemperately (adverb), intemperateness (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Intemperate

Middle English intemperat, from Latin intemperatus, from in- + temperatus, past participle of temperare to temper

First known use: 14th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Intemperate

What does "Intemperate" mean?

"Intemperate" means not temperate; especially, given to excessive use of intoxicating liquors. As an adjective, it is defined as: not temperate; especially, given to excessive use of intoxicating liquors. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Intemperate"?

Other words for "Intemperate" include abandoned, rampant, raw, runaway, unbounded, unbridled, unchecked and uncontrolled. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Intemperate" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Intemperate"?

There are 32 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Intemperate". Common alternatives include abandoned, rampant, raw, runaway, unbounded, unbridled, unchecked, uncontrolled, unhampered and unhindered.

What is the opposite of "Intemperate"?

Antonyms of "Intemperate" include bridled, checked, constrained, controlled, curbed, governed, hampered and hindered. Near antonyms include moderate, tempered, clearheaded and sober.

How do you use "Intemperate" in a sentence?

Examples of "Intemperate" in a sentence: "intemperate anger that is so extreme that the man should be in therapy"; "a serious course in wine appreciation that does not welcome intemperate drinkers and party animals".

Is "Intemperate" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Intemperate" is an adjective.

How do you pronounce "Intemperate"?

"Intemperate" is pronounced /(ˌ)in-ˈtem-p(ə-)rət/ and divided into syllables as in·tem·per·ate.

What is the origin of the word "Intemperate"?

"Intemperate" comes from Middle English intemperat, from Latin intemperatus, from in- + temperatus, past participle of temperare to temper. First known use: 14th century.