Intemperatenesses refers to the characteristic of being excessive, undue, indulgent, or immoderate. Its antonyms would be restraint, moderation, temperance, self-control, sobriety, and frugality. A person who exhibits restraint and self-control is in contrast to one who displays intemperatenesses. Moderation and sobriety are opposing characteristics to excessiveness, which is what intemperatenesses entail. Frugality is the quality of being economical, which can be seen as the antonym of being indulgent and excessive. Therefore, when we strive for these opposing characteristics, we attempt to balance our impulses and desires to create a more balanced and healthy lifestyle.