hot tempered - Master This Word
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hot tempered Word Meanings
- easily angered
- quick to lose one's temper
- prone to outbursts of anger
hot tempered Word Etymology
(a) Root decomposition: hot (high temperature) + tempered (to moderate). (b) Historical origin: Middle English 'hot' + 'temper' from Old French. (c) Memory image: Picture a pot of boiling water that easily overflows when you add ingredients too quickly, representing a person whose emotions boil over in anger.
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Step 1: Meaning
Step 2: Usage
Choose the correct usage of 'hot tempered' in a sentence.
A.His hot tempered reactions often escalate minor disagreements.
B.She has a hot tempered personality, always cheerful.
C.The soup is hot tempered and needs to cool.
D.They enjoy hot tempered discussions about politics.
Step 3: Similar Words
Which word is most similar to 'hot tempered'?
A.Angry
B.Joyful
C.Calm
D.Thoughtful
Step 4: Opposite Words
What is the opposite of 'hot tempered'?
A.Annoyed
B.Irritable
C.Composed
D.Fuming
Step 5: Mastery
Can you think of a real-life context where someone might be described as hot tempered?
A.During the argument, he remained calm and collected.
B.The debate was intense, but nobody lost their temper.
C.She is known for her hot temper, often raising her voice during disagreements.
D.After the incident, she calmly discussed her feelings.
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