temperately

In measured fashion

In a temperate manner—with moderation, restraint, or self-control.

Someone who responds temperately to criticism stays calm rather than lashing out.

The word applies to behavior, speech, or habits: She ate and drank temperately.

It can also describe climate: The region is temperately warm year-round.

moderate

moderately

To a limited degree

reasonably · measuredly · conservatively · cautiously · deliberately · thoughtfully · soberly · rationally · discreetly · wisely

restrained

ascetically

In self-denying manner

puritanically · sparely · plainly · simply · modestly · humbly · unpretentiously · reservedly · reticently · subdued

calmly

calmly

In a tranquil manner

placidly · tranquilly · equably · unperturbedly · collectedly · stoically · imperturbably · dispassionately · levelheadedly · unemotionally

Opposites
moderation/excess

temperatelyintemperately

Without moderation or restraint

immoderately · excessively · extremely · extravagantly · unrestrainedly

emotional/behavioral calm

temperatelystormily

With turbulent intensity

passionately · violently · turbulently · tempestuously · furiously

climate/weather conditions

temperatelyharshly

In severe manner

stormily · severely · extremely · tropically · frigidly

Phrases
Family

temperate, intemperate, intemperately

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Used worldwide · Timeless · Abstract · Everyday, not technical · Rated G