temporizer

Meanings

• noun

  A person or thing that delays or postpones action or decision.

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with temporizer
temper , memorizer , remunerator , humidifier

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Variants

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temporization , temporizations , temporize , temporized , temporizer , temporizers , temporizes , temporizing

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'temperare' meaning 'to slow down, to make moderate'. The suffix -izer adds the meaning of 'one who does'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'temporizer' was first used in English in the 16th century.

2. The word 'temporizer' is often used interchangeably with the word 'procrastinator'.

3. In some contexts, a 'temporizer' can be seen as a positive trait, as it allows for careful consideration and thoughtful decision-making.

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Related Concepts

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1. procrastinator: A person who delays or postpones tasks and responsibilities.

2. delay: The act of holding back or postponing something.

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Culture

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In literature, the 'temporizer' is often used to describe a character who delays making a decision or taking action. In art, there are several paintings and sculptures depicting the concept of time and delay. In music, there are songs that use the word 'temporizer' in their lyrics.

How to Memorize "temporizer"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a person holding a sand hourglass and slowly pouring the sand from one side to the other, representing the concept of delaying or postponing.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'temporizer' with the image of a person making a difficult decision and taking their time to weigh their options.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a sentence using the word 'temporizer', such as 'The politician was a master at being a temporizer, delaying decisions until the last possible moment.'

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