GRE Word List

TEMPER

heat of mind or emotion : proneness to anger : passion

The meaning of the word temper is heat of mind or emotion : proneness to anger : passion.

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WordMeaning
frivolousof little weight or importance
impetuousmarked by impulsive vehemence or passion
intrudeto thrust oneself in without invitation, permission, or welcome
bovineof, relating to, or resembling bovines and especially the ox or cow
fringean ornamental border consisting of short straight or twisted threads or strips hanging from cut or raveled edges or from a separate band
disinterestednot having the mind or feelings engaged (see engaged
serebeing dried and withered
protrudeto jut out from the surrounding surface or context
broodthe young of an animal or a family of young
compulsivehaving power to compel