temper vs weaken

weaken vs temper

temper is a noun but weaken is not a noun.

temper and weaken both are verbs.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
temper	Yes	No	Yes	No
weaken	No	No	Yes	No

As verbs, weaken is a hypernym of temper; that is, weaken is a word with a broader meaning than temper:

temper: make more temperate, acceptable, or suitable by adding something else
weaken: lessen the strength of

temper (noun)	weaken (noun)
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 (verb)	weaken (verb)
make more temperate, acceptable, or suitable by adding something else	become weaker
adjust the pitch (of pianos)	lessen the strength of
harden by reheating and cooling in oil	reduce the level or intensity or size or scope of
change by restraining or moderating	lessen in force or effect
bring to a desired consistency, texture, or hardness by a process of gradually heating and cooling	destroy property or hinder normal operations

Difference between temper and weaken

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