tempered

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(tem-pered) 2 syllables

Definition

verb. to make softer or less harsh; made hard or flexible or resilient especially by heat treatment

Example Sentence

The teacher tempered discipline with humor. or The door's glass is tempered.

Synonyms

moderate; modify; qualify; tone down

Antonyms

intensify

Hear It! Say It! Write It!

tempered
Hear It! Say It! Write It!

Rhymes

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