Tempering — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Tempering
Tempering (verb)
- to dilute, qualify, or soften by the addition or influence of something else, moderate
- to anneal or toughen (glass) by a process of gradually heating and cooling
- to harden (a material, such as steel) by reheating and cooling in oil
Tempering (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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as in annealing
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as in softening, lightening
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Tempering
The most common words with a similar meaning to Tempering:
Antonyms & Opposite Words for Tempering
Words with the opposite meaning of Tempering:
Word Forms of Tempering
Inflections: tempered
Derived words: temperable (adjective), temperer (noun)
Origin & Etymology of Tempering
Middle English tempren, temperen "to be mixed with, mix with, soften, moderate, regulate, tune," in part going back to Old English temprian "to mix with, moderate," borrowed from Latin temperāre "to exercise moderation, restrain oneself, moderate, bring to a proper strength or consistency by mixing, maintain in a state of balance," perhaps derivative of temper-, variant stem of tempor-, tempus "period of time"; in part borrowed from Anglo-French temprer, tremper, going back to Latin temperāre tempo
First known use: before 12th century
Frequently Asked Questions about Tempering
What does "Tempering" mean?
"Tempering" means to dilute, qualify, or soften by the addition or influence of something else, moderate. As a verb, it is defined as: to dilute, qualify, or soften by the addition or influence of something else, moderate. It has 2 distinct senses.
What is another word for "Tempering"?
Other words for "Tempering" include annealing, beefing (up), fortifying, hardening, strengthening, toughening, firming (up) and toning (up). The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Tempering" you intend.
What are different ways to say "Tempering"?
There are 45 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Tempering". Common alternatives include annealing, beefing (up), fortifying, hardening, strengthening, toughening, firming (up), toning (up), energizing and invigorating.
What is the opposite of "Tempering"?
Antonyms of "Tempering" include debilitating, enervating, enfeebling, weakening, crippling, incapacitating, paralyzing and damaging.
Is "Tempering" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Tempering" is a verb.
What is the origin of the word "Tempering"?
"Tempering" comes from Middle English tempren, temperen "to be mixed with, mix with, soften, moderate, regulate, tune," in part going back to Old English temprian "to mix with, moderate," borrowed from Latin temperāre "to exercise moderation, restrain oneself, moderate, bring to a proper strength or consistency by mixing, maintain in a state of balance," perhaps derivative of temper-, variant stem of tempor-, tempus "period of time"; in part borrowed from Anglo-French temprer, tremper, going back to Latin temperāre tempo. First known use: before 12th century.
What is another word for "Tempering" meaning "as in annealing"?
When "Tempering" (verb) means as in annealing, synonyms include annealing, beefing (up), fortifying, hardening, strengthening and toughening. Opposites in this sense include debilitating, enervating, enfeebling and weakening.
What is another word for "Tempering" meaning "as in softening, lightening"?
When "Tempering" (verb) means as in softening, lightening, synonyms include abating, lightening, moderating, softening, allaying and alleviating. Opposites in this sense include aggravating, exacerbating, harming and hurting.