bad-tempered
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
In what one minister described to the BBC on Monday as an "bitter and bad tempered debate" within the party, decisions over the conduct of the campaign on both sides are under intense scrutiny.
From BBC • Mar. 7, 2016
After all, Ross was preceded by Billie Holiday, who was heckled, segregated and spat at, and was ultimately fired by Count Basie for being "bad tempered".
From The Guardian • Nov. 15, 2012
And as the year turns and we make new resolutions to be tidier, more punctual, more generous, less bad tempered, there is another resolve we can make.
From BBC • Dec. 31, 2010
Goals from Brehme and Klinsmann helped decide a bad tempered tie between two of international football's greatest rivals.
From Newsweek • Jul. 10, 2010
Having found neither sword nor snake, the King had become peeved and bad tempered.
From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques
Vocabulary lists containing bad-tempered
Negative Words to Describe People
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
"The Legend of the Yakwawiak"
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
Angry
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
