disposition

n.

1. Arrangement

   placement, distribution, settlement; see disposal 1, 2, order 3, organization 1.

2. Temperament

   character, nature, temper; see character 2, inclination 1, mood 1, temperament. See syn. study at temperament.

disposition refers to the normal or prevailing aspect of one's nature a genial disposition; temperament refers to the balance of traits that are manifested in one's behavior or thinking an artistic temperament; temper refers to one's basic emotional nature, esp. as regards relative quickness to anger a hot temper, an even temper; character is applied to the sum of moral qualities associated with an individual a weak character and, unqualified, suggests moral strength, self-discipline, etc. a man of character; personality is applied to the sum of physical, mental, and emotional qualities that distinguish one as a person an abrasive personality and, unqualified, suggests attractiveness or charm a girl with personality