Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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temper | Yes | No | Yes | No |
indurate | No | Yes | Yes | No |
temper (noun) | indurate (noun) |
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the elasticity and hardness of a metal object; its ability to absorb considerable energy before cracking | |
a disposition to exhibit uncontrolled anger | |
a characteristic (habitual or relatively temporary) state of feeling | |
a sudden outburst of anger |
temper (adjective) | indurate (adjective) |
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emotionally hardened |
temper (verb) | indurate (verb) |
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make more temperate, acceptable, or suitable by adding something else | become hard or harder |
adjust the pitch (of pianos) | make hard or harder |
harden by reheating and cooling in oil | become fixed or established |
change by restraining or moderating | cause to accept or become hardened to; habituate |
bring to a desired consistency, texture, or hardness by a process of gradually heating and cooling |