temperately
Definition
Adverb: 1. In a moderate or restrained manner; with self-control: Refers to doing something without excess, avoiding extremes, and exercising restraint. 2. In a sparing manner; without overindulgence: Specifically relates to consuming food or drink in a limited, controlled way.
Usage and Examples
The adverb "temperately" describes how an action is performed—with moderation and restraint.
- General Moderation:
- She argued her point temperately, using facts rather than emotion.
- The critic temperately praised the film, noting both its strengths and its flaws.
- Regarding Consumption:
- He lived temperately, avoiding rich foods and excessive drink.
- "One should dine temperately and sup generously," the old saying goes.
Advanced Usage
- "to indulge temperately": To allow oneself to enjoy something, but only in a limited, controlled amount.
- On special occasions, she would indulge temperately in a glass of fine wine.
Variants and Related Words
- Temperate (adjective): Characterized by moderation or restraint, especially in climate or behavior.
- The region enjoys a temperate climate.
- He is a man of temperate habits.
- Temperance (noun): Moderation or self-restraint, especially in eating and drinking; often refers specifically to abstinence from alcohol.
- The virtue of temperance is about balance.
Synonyms
- Moderately
- Restrainedly
- Sparingly
- Abstemiously (specifically regarding food/drink)
- Soberly
Antonyms
- Immoderately
- Excessively
- Intemperately
- Indulgently
- Extravagantly
Adverb
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in a sparing manner; without overindulgence
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he ate and drank abstemiously
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indulged temperately in cocktails
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without extravagance
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these preferences are temperately stated
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with restraint
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he used the privileges of his office temperately
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