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Temperamental

usgb/ˌtemprəˈmentl/Volume
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Sudden Shifts

Describes someone who changes moods or behaviors without warning, which can be challenging to deal with.

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My boss is rather temperamental; one minute he's happy, the next he's upset.
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Intense Reactions

Often implies strong, possibly over-the-top reactions or emotions.

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She's quite temperamental, crying at even the slightest criticism.
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Creative Stereotype

Commonly used to describe artists and creative individuals, suggesting sensitivity and passion.

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The temperamental poet refused to read his work in a room that wasn't silent.
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