temperamentalness

Definitions

The quality or state of being prone to unpredictable or moody changes in behavior.

The tendency to exhibit an irritable, sensitive, or volatile disposition.

Examples

The artist's temperamentalness made it difficult for the gallery staff to predict whether she would approve of the exhibition layout.

Despite his occasional temperamentalness, he remained a brilliant and highly respected member of the research team.

Synonyms

moodiness volatility mercurial nature capriciousness unpredictability emotional instability fickleness

Antonyms

stability even-temperedness consistency predictability equanimity steadiness composure