hot-tempered

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Adjective hot-tempered has 1 sense

choleric, irascible, hotheaded, hot-tempered, quick-tempered, short, short-tempered - quickly aroused to anger; "a hotheaded commander"
Antonym: good-natured (indirect, via ill-natured)

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Hot-tempered

Definition:

Adjective

Easily angered or prone to explosive and fiery emotions.

Sense 1:

Popular

(of a person) Having a quick and intense temper; easily provoked or angered.

Example sentence: She is known for her hot-tempered outbursts whenever someone disagrees with her opinion.

Sense 2:

Local

(of a climate or environment) Having a high temperature or heat that affects the temperament of individuals.

Example sentence: The hot-tempered climate in the desert region makes it difficult for people to stay calm and cool-headed.

Sense 3:

Local

Served or prepared in a way that includes spicy ingredients resulting in a fiery taste.

Example sentence: The chef's hot-tempered salsa adds a zing of flavor to the dish.