n. [ F. intempérance, L. intemperantia. See In- not, and Temperance. ] [ 1913 Webster ] 1. The act of becoming, or state of being, intemperate; excess in any kind of action or indulgence; any immoderate indulgence of the appetites or passions. [ 1913 Webster ] God is in every creature; be cruel toward none, neither abuse any by intemperance. Jer. Taylor. [ 1913 Webster ] Some, as thou sawest, by violent stroke shall die, By fire, flood, famine, by intemperance more In meats and drinks. Milton. [ 1913 Webster ] 2. Specifically: Habitual or excessive indulgence in alcoholic liquors. [ 1913 Webster ] |