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Mood

UK /["/muːd/"]/US /["/muːd/"]/

Definition

the way you are feeling at a particular time

In simple words: A feeling or state of mind.

Examples

  • She always seems to be in a cheerful mood during the summer.
  • His mood changed dramatically after hearing the news.
  • Some music can really influence your mood and energy levels.
  • He was in a great mood, laughing and joking with everyone.
  • I can’t figure out what’s causing her bad mood lately.

Usage notes

Use 'mood' to describe how someone feels at a specific time. It works well in both casual and formal settings, but be careful not to confuse it with 'emotion'.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'mood' like a 'mood ring' that changes colors based on feelings.

Collocations

  • cheerful
  • cheery
  • good
  • be in
  • get somebody in
  • put somebody in
  • change
  • shift
  • become…
  • change
  • swing
  • state
  • be in no mood for something
  • a change of mood
  • when the mood strikes you
  • cheerful
  • cheery
  • good
  • be in
  • get somebody in
  • put somebody in
  • change
  • shift
  • become…
  • change
  • swing
  • state
  • be in no mood for something
  • a change of mood
  • when the mood strikes you
  • cheerful
  • cheery
  • good
  • be in
  • get somebody in
  • put somebody in
  • change
  • shift
  • become…
  • change
  • swing
  • state
  • be in no mood for something
  • a change of mood
  • when the mood strikes you

Synonyms

  • feeling
  • atmosphere
  • disposition
  • temperament
  • moodiness

Antonyms

  • cheer
  • happiness

Common mistakes

  • Confusing 'mood' with 'moodiness' or 'mood swings'.
  • Using 'mood' as a verb.
  • Mixing up 'mood' with 'tone' in discussions about writing.