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temperate

adjective

Reveal meaning and examples

Moderate or restrained in conduct, expression, or climate.

Her temperate reply prevented the debate from becoming personal.

Dictionary practice example.

The designer offered a temperate reply when another volunteer criticized the new arrangement, acknowledging the concern without personal attack.