Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
moody
adjective
/ˈmuː.di/
Definition
Having changeable moods; often experiencing frequent and intense emotional swings.
Examples
- She can be quite moody, switching from joyful to upset in just a few minutes.
- His moody nature makes it hard to predict how he will react to certain situations.
- During rainy days, he often feels more moody than usual.
Meaning
The term describes someone who may often feel a mix of emotions, sometimes feeling happy and at other times feeling upset or irritable.
Synonyms
- temperamental
- irritable
- volatile
- changeable
- grumpy