Meaning of the word tempered in English

What does tempered mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

tempered

US /ˈtem.pɚd/
UK /ˈtem.pɚd/

Adjective

1.

limited or controlled, or made less extreme:

Example:
Her ambitions are tempered by the scale of the task.

Suffix

1.

having or showing the stated type of temper:

Example:
even-tempered
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