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as in moody
frequently influenced by moods and especially bad moods
one of those temperamental actresses who can make life difficult for everyone around her
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as in volatile
likely to change frequently, suddenly, or unexpectedly
stock prices have been pretty temperamental lately, often fluctuating wildly
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Recent Examples of temperamental
For now, the benefit of a reserve sans swarms of animals is that guests can hike through the mountains without worrying about stumbling upon an angry buffalo or temperamental elephant.
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Mary Holland, Robb Report, 5 June 2025
Nokia’s leadership developed a temperamental style that made employees afraid to report bad news about their aging Symbian software as iPhone took over the market.
—Roger Dooley, Forbes.com, 13 May 2025
Brody plays these hairpin temperamental turns for maximum comedic effect in what’s probably the funniest of his Anderson performances.
—Joe Reid, Vulture, 12 June 2025
Even young kids, who can be temperamental and are still learning to socialize, have trouble always being kind.
—Elisabeth Sherman, Parents, 15 May 2025
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Mary Holland, Robb Report, 5 June 2025
Nokia’s leadership developed a temperamental style that made employees afraid to report bad news about their aging Symbian software as iPhone took over the market.
—Roger Dooley, Forbes.com, 13 May 2025
Brody plays these hairpin temperamental turns for maximum comedic effect in what’s probably the funniest of his Anderson performances.
—Joe Reid, Vulture, 12 June 2025
Even young kids, who can be temperamental and are still learning to socialize, have trouble always being kind.
—Elisabeth Sherman, Parents, 15 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for temperamental
Adjective
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Then came the 2015 reboot, which was a bomb, turning the characters into sullen, moody versions of themselves (and Dr. Doom into an emo megalomaniac).—
Peter Debruge,
Variety,
22 July 2025
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His on-and-off-again relationship with D and overall moody vibe are defined through the ever-changing moon.—
Lisa Stardust,
People.com,
19 July 2025
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Create Short-term and Long-term Business Plans When getting your business off the ground, the beginning is often the most volatile time.—
Rhett Buttle,
Forbes.com,
21 July 2025
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The law provides a federal framework for stablecoins, a form of cryptocurrency that's considered less volatile than other cryptocurrencies, as each token is backed by the US dollar or other supposedly low-risk assets.—
Ashley Belanger,
ArsTechnica,
18 July 2025
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Merz, 69, is impulsive, prickly under pressure and occasionally leans into populist bluster.—
Sebastian Shukla,
CNN Money,
26 June 2025
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Unlike reckless risk-taking, which is impulsive and uninformed, calculated risk should be strategic and intentional.—
Vikram Joshi,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2025
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Unlike cheaper rebounders that can feel stiff or unpredictable, this one stays sturdy and responsive.—
Jordan Galloway,
SELF,
15 July 2025
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Not pleased by the unpredictable nature of MP stock?—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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And the economy, right now, feels unstable to many, as grocery prices rise and the job market goes on a diet.—
Sophie Levenson,
Chicago Tribune,
20 July 2025
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According to a report released in April, 72% of clients of reentry welcome centers across the state between June 2023 and May 2024 reported having unstable housing situations.—
Emilia Otte,
Hartford Courant,
19 July 2025
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“Temperamental.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/temperamental. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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