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tempering Definition and Meaning in English (tempering definition)

noun
Synonyms:moderationmitigationsoftening
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Tempering definition: The act of moderating or softening something, often an emotion or quality, to make it less extreme or more balanced.

Definitions of Tempering

  1. 1noun

    The act of moderating or softening something, often an emotion or quality, to make it less extreme or more balanced.

  2. 2noun

    The process of improving the hardness and elasticity of a metal or glass by reheating and then cooling it.

Example Sentences

“The diplomat's skill in tempering his words prevented a major conflict.”

“Tempering steel makes it stronger and less brittle.”

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Antonyms

intensificationexacerbation

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infinitivetemper
past participletempered
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Tempering definition: The act of moderating or softening something, often an emotion or quality, to make it less extreme or more balanced.
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