Temperance is the virtue of moderation and self-control in anything, but especially in indulgence in pleasures. Temperance, in the large sense of moderation or self-control, was the characteristic Greek virtue.
To consciously limit oneself in guility pleasures such as substances to make the individual "feel" better
by Chris Johnston February 21, 2003
Get the Temperance mug.Terence Is a caring person he is loyal he would catch a girl if he wants one he would love to show a girl how he would treat her and show her she won't be let down or feel sorry for getting with him he is a person that shows a girl that she made the right decision to go to him.
by terence December 26, 2017
Get the terence mug.Related Words
temprence
• temprince
• temprynce
• Terrence
• Terence
• Temperance
• Emprences
• tempernetaly
• terence & phillip
• tempeace
Often misunderstood cats, sometimes thought to be gay because they refuse to gay bash and won't defend their heterosexually with overt machismo. A Terrence is fiercely loyal to friends even when such loyalty isn't always reciprocated.
Terrence's are peace loving admirers of the arts, culture, food, and music. They're voracious readers and thinkers.
Making an enemy of a Terrence requires work, they're patient and don't rush to judgement. They are thought to be crazy by some but there's a method to their madness. They have been described as "crazy like a fox."
Locking horns with a Terrence usually becomes so frustrating that aggressors give up and look for easier prey. They are intelligent and students of human communication. Lying to, or deceiving a Terrence is difficult and they will often play along to get more info and test your character. Don't think you are fooling one. You'll often find yourself falling into the traps you lay for them.
A Terrence is not a tough guy, but will fight to defend themselves or friends. Because of their disdain for conflict they will try diplomacy over violence in all but the most dire of situations.
Terrence's are clever, crafty, and quick on their feet. They sometimes get criticism for taking care of their mothers and many times cruel kids will taunt them mercilessly for this devotion.
A Terrence is a man of modest means, by no means, king of the road--they smell like Teen Spirit.
Terrence's are peace loving admirers of the arts, culture, food, and music. They're voracious readers and thinkers.
Making an enemy of a Terrence requires work, they're patient and don't rush to judgement. They are thought to be crazy by some but there's a method to their madness. They have been described as "crazy like a fox."
Locking horns with a Terrence usually becomes so frustrating that aggressors give up and look for easier prey. They are intelligent and students of human communication. Lying to, or deceiving a Terrence is difficult and they will often play along to get more info and test your character. Don't think you are fooling one. You'll often find yourself falling into the traps you lay for them.
A Terrence is not a tough guy, but will fight to defend themselves or friends. Because of their disdain for conflict they will try diplomacy over violence in all but the most dire of situations.
Terrence's are clever, crafty, and quick on their feet. They sometimes get criticism for taking care of their mothers and many times cruel kids will taunt them mercilessly for this devotion.
A Terrence is a man of modest means, by no means, king of the road--they smell like Teen Spirit.
Allison: "What's up with that guy? Who does he think he is, anyway?"
Seth: "Oh, that's just Terrence. He's an alright cat, you have to get to know him.
Reed: "What the hell is that guy doing, is he daft?"
Arthur: "I don't know, he might be pulling a Terrence, let's see what happens."
Seth: "Oh, that's just Terrence. He's an alright cat, you have to get to know him.
Reed: "What the hell is that guy doing, is he daft?"
Arthur: "I don't know, he might be pulling a Terrence, let's see what happens."
by Artifact#8409587 December 28, 2011
Get the Terrence mug.A girl who is indifferent, sarcastic, and bipolar. The complete opposite of what her name means- 'moderation and self control'. She cares a lot about friends and is very loyal, but doesn't like to show it. She can be very proud, too, and doesn't like to accept help from others. Generally doesn't trust either.
Might curse a lot.
Might curse a lot.
by Leslie Z. April 1, 2010
Get the Temperance mug.by Boner guy March 21, 2019
Get the Temperance blanket mug.One of the sexiest people you'll ever meet. He's athletic and smart and some would say he's the full package. Every girl wants to be with him but he would remain loyal to his significant other no matter what. He's very funny and may be embarrassing in public but you can't help but love him.
Terrence G is the full package
by TRG2234 December 21, 2020
Get the Terrence G mug.Long handled spoon, usually metal, kept on the person and wielded by an unavailable or prudish woman to deter men from intercourse. In all cases the spoon is brought down hard on the top of the chap's truncheon - very effective at turning wood to putty.
Also commonly found on matrons/teachers touring the boy's dormitories after 'lights out' at boarding schools, to stop any cases of self-love that maybe occuring.
Also commonly found on matrons/teachers touring the boy's dormitories after 'lights out' at boarding schools, to stop any cases of self-love that maybe occuring.
Margaret: "Goodness gracious Reginald put that away before it feels the sting of my temperance spoon."
by Brucey Big Bonus August 30, 2012
Get the Temperance Spoon mug.