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