even-tempered meaning

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even-tempered (adjective): not easily irritated.

Definition of even-tempered

not easily irritated
- an equable temper
- not everyone shared his placid temperament
- remained placid despite the repeated delays
Synonyms: equable, good-tempered, placid
Similar: good-natured

even-tempered in a sentence

Tom's normally even-tempered, but he gets very agitated when he can't find a parking spot.

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