Synonyms for

Temperamental

Verb / ˌtemprʌˈmentʌl / / ˌtempɜ:ˈmentʌl / Another word for temperamental — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Temperamental means likely to become upset or angry easily, or changing often and suddenly.

Synonyms & similar words

erratic moody moody unpredictable volatile changeable fickle irritable testy touchy cranky mercurial sensitive nervous jumpy high-strung edgy irascible tetchy peevish petulant quick-tempered

Example sentences

  1. My friend is very temperamental, so I have to be careful not to upset her.
  2. The weather can be very temperamental in the spring. One day it's warm and sunny, and the next day it's cold and rainy.
  3. My sister's mood is very temperamental. She can be happy one minute and then start crying the next.
  4. I don't like working with my boss because he's very temperamental. He yells at us for no reason.
  5. The stock market is very temperamental. It can go up or down very quickly.

Quotes

  • I'm very temperamental. Half my life is spent on the verge of tears.
  • I am a very temperamental person. I can be happy one minute and angry the next.
  • I'm not moody, I'm temperamental. There's a difference.

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