even-tempered
Americanadjective
adjective
Etymology
Origin of even-tempered
First recorded in 1870–75
Example Sentences
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He told the world, and himself, that he was a rational, even-tempered man.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 26, 2026
Despite her occupation, Marge embodies the spirit of “Minnesota nice” — the phrase used to describe the overly polite, friendly and even-tempered manner of Minnesota residents.
From Salon ● Feb. 7, 2026
Initially seen as meek and even-tempered, the layers have been pulled back to show something different.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 19, 2025
Willie is normally coolness personified, the even-tempered master of jump racing.
From BBC ● Apr. 5, 2025
He doesn’t seem well suited to the life of a pastor, where you should be even-tempered and sociable.
From "Vincent and Theo: The Van Gogh Brothers" by Deborah Heiligman
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