temperance vs temper

temperance and temper both are nouns.

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

temperance (noun)	temper (noun)
abstaining from excess	the elasticity and hardness of a metal object; its ability to absorb considerable energy before cracking
the act of tempering	a disposition to exhibit uncontrolled anger
the trait of avoiding excesses	a characteristic (habitual or relatively temporary) state of feeling
	a sudden outburst of anger

temperance (verb)	temper (verb)
	make more temperate, acceptable, or suitable by adding something else
	adjust the pitch (of pianos)
	harden by reheating and cooling in oil
	change by restraining or moderating
	bring to a desired consistency, texture, or hardness by a process of gradually heating and cooling