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temperateness

Definitions of temperateness
  1. noun
    moderate weather; suitable for outdoor activities
    synonyms: fair weather, sunshine
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    type of:
    atmospheric condition, conditions, weather, weather condition
    the atmospheric conditions that comprise the state of the atmosphere in terms of temperature and wind and clouds and precipitation
  2. noun
    exhibiting restraint imposed on the self
    “an effective temperateness in debate”
    synonyms: self-restraint
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    types:
    stiff upper lip
    self-restraint in the expression of emotion (especially fear or grief)
    type of:
    control, restraint
    discipline in personal and social activities
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