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quick-tempered

adjective
quick-tem·​pered | \ ˈkwik-ˈtem-pÉ™rd How to pronounce quick-tempered (audio) \

Definition of quick-tempered

: easily angered : irascible

First Known Use of quick-tempered

1830, in the meaning defined above

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quick-tempered

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English Language Learners Definition of quick-tempered

: becoming angry quickly and easily : having a quick temper

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quick-tempered

adjective
quick-tem·​pered | \ ˈkwik-ˈtem-pÉ™rd\

Kids Definition of quick-tempered

: easily made angry

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