temperamental
adjective/ˌtɛmpərəˈmɛntəl/
Frequency rank: #16,511 most common English word
Meaning
Prone to unpredictable mood swings; easily upset or irritated.
Example sentence
The famous violinist was known for being temperamental, often canceling concerts at the last minute.
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