temperamental — having a tendency to sudden changes of mood; unpredictable in behavior or performance
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: having a tendency to sudden changes of mood; unpredictable in behavior or performance
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌtempərəˈmentl/
Example Sentences
- The temperamental diva refused to perform because her dressing room roses were pink instead of red.
- My temperamental printer only works when I speak to it nicely and offer it premium paper.
- The temperamental genius was known for his brilliant discoveries and his terrible tantrums.
temperamental
ADJECTIVE[/ˌtempərəˈmentl/]
having a tendency to sudden changes of mood; unpredictable in behavior or performance
The temperamental chef explodes one minute, hugs his staff the next.
Her temperamental nature turns every experimental tool instrumental to chaos!
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“The temperamental diva refused to perform because her dressing room roses were pink instead of red.”
“My temperamental printer only works when I speak to it nicely and offer it premium paper.”
“The temperamental genius was known for his brilliant discoveries and his terrible tantrums.”
“Working with temperamental equipment requires patience and a good sense of humor.”
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