How to Use moody in a Sentence

moody

adjective

• She's a moody woman—she can be happy one minute and angry the next.
• I don't know why I get so moody sometimes.
• The room's moody lighting suggested mystery and romance.
• Velvet can make a space feel moody, yet high-end and cozy.
  — Jennifer Carmichael, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Jan. 2023
• The music is still moody, and there’s a lingering darkness that threads through all the tracks.
  — Haben Kelati, Washington Post, 22 Mar. 2023
• The moody cabin combines a variety of black and blue hues.
  — Jack Fitzgerald, Car and Driver, 9 Feb. 2023
• The chorus is bright and catchy, a contrast from much of the 27-year-old artist’s more moody and somber offerings.
  — Neena Rouhani, Billboard, 14 Apr. 2023
• Here, a wintery scene is set with moody Spanish moss and a roaring fire.
  — Kelly Allen, House Beautiful, 9 Feb. 2023
• Take a cue from Wednesday Addams and opt for a moody moment all year round.
  — ELLE, 23 Jan. 2023
• Gigi Hadid is championing the naked dress trend at the 2023 Met Gala—but, with a moody twist.
  — Chelsey Sanchez, Harper's BAZAAR, 2 May 2023
• If your home leans more toward dark and moody, this area rug is the perfect accent piece.
  — Bryce Jones, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Oct. 2022
• The sound was crisp yet tender, the moody lighting classily done.
  — Zachary Woolfe, New York Times, 13 Oct. 2022
• This creates a calming, moody look that offsets a busy look and stays on trend throughout the year.
  — Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Nov. 2023
• The dark and moody dining room extends to two outdoor spaces.
  — Megha McSwain, Chron, 30 Sep. 2022
• The wall color stands out as the primary feature of a moody powder room.
  — Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Sep. 2023
• Try pairing a sharp loafer with a moody floral dress or denim skirt.
  — Talia Abbas, Glamour, 26 July 2023
• Midnights’ moody synth pop recalls the Fifty Shades of Grey soundtrack that defined the zeitgeist of 2015.
  — Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 27 Oct. 2022
• Stick with the fall theme with reds, oranges, and light browns, or go for more moody colors like deep green, black, or purple.
  — Christina Manian, Rdn, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Oct. 2023
• At night, the lights dim for some moody pre-gaming before the party moves upstairs to the rooftop lounge. Is there caviar on the room service menu?
  — Dana Givens, Robb Report, 17 Jan. 2023
• So Goi called for a 4-foot flourescent tube light to be placed behind the car, turning the car’s exhaust into a moody light source.
  — Jon Healey, Los Angeles Times, 16 Mar. 2023
• In the moody alt-rock song, the Puerto Rican singer-songwriter wants to make her point clear: Don’t cross her boundaries.
  — Billboard Staff, Billboard, 21 Oct. 2022
• Husband's Office The office, with its green walls, is both moody and relaxed.
  — Stefanie Waldek, House Beautiful, 17 July 2023
• In the tiny powder room, a moody floral wallpaper contrasts the cheery paper in the dining room.
  — Paige Porter Fischer, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Nov. 2022
• What’s so striking about the home is the moody colors and dark ceilings juxtaposed with vibrant pieces of art.
  — Emma Reynolds, Robb Report, 11 Jan. 2024
• These moody, fizzy cocktails couldn't be easier to make.
  — Jamie Ballard, Good Housekeeping, 31 Aug. 2022
• Storm clouds lingered for days, swaddling the land in a moody dimness that made the forests and tundra appear soft-focus like a dream.
  — Kate Siber, Outside Online, 9 Nov. 2022
• Look for a variety called 'Raven’ that has almost black leaves, sure to add a moody atmosphere to any room.
  — Savanna Bous, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Dec. 2023
• And the moody palette of the master bedroom (top) offers a counterpoint to the brighter, more public spaces.
  — Mackenzie Schmidt, Peoplemag, 2 Aug. 2023
• Look for lamps and even chandeliers with fringe—the light sifts through the strings, creating an overall sense of moody ambiance.
  — Maggie Gillette, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Feb. 2024
• The moody island is a convenient spot for the kids to sit for breakfast and lunch—a true stage for family-style eating.
  — Rachel Silva, ELLE Decor, 22 June 2023

Last Updated: 3 May 2024