temper/ˈtɛmpər/Pluraltempers1a short period of extreme angerCopySynonyms: piqueirritation2a tendency to quickly become angryCopySynonyms: irritabilitypettishnessbiliousnesssurlinesspeevishnesssnappishness3a characteristic (habitual or relatively temporary) state of feelingCopySynonyms: humourmoodhumor4the elasticity and hardness of a metal object; its ability to absorb considerable energy before crackingCopySynonyms: toughness