— intemperately , adv. — intemperateness , n.
/in tem"peuhr it, -prit/ , adj.
1. given to or characterized by excessive or immoderate indulgence in alcoholic beverages.
2. immoderate in indulgence of appetite or passion.
3. not temperate; unrestrained; unbridled.
4. extreme in temperature, as climate.
[ 1400-50; late ME intemperatus. See IN- 3 , TEMPERATE ]