a (mentioned) state or condition of the mind; to harden (metal) by heating and cooling; to make (a judgement etc) less severe
state of mind
Cases of word usage
1) calmness of mind or temper (equanimity)
2) (to show) a fit of bad temper (grouch)
3) (of a person) often changing (in opinion, temper etc) (mercurial)
4) to be in bad temper and show this by refusing to talk (sulk)
5) a fit or temper or anger (tantrum)