Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mopes
verb
/moʊp/
Definition
Mopes refer to feelings of sadness or depression, often characterized by a lack of energy or enthusiasm. It can also denote a state of sulking or being in a bad mood.
Examples
- After losing the game, he moped around the house all weekend.
- She tends to mope when she feels left out of her friends’ plans.
- It’s okay to mope sometimes, but it’s important to find ways to cheer up.
Meaning
To mope is to be gloomy or to sulk around without engaging in activities, often due to feeling upset or downhearted.
Synonyms
- sulk
- pout
- wallow
- brood
- languish
