moody

adjective

ˈmü-dē 

moodier; moodiest

1

: subject to depression : gloomy

is often moody in the winter

2

: subject to moods : temperamental

moody teenagers

3

: expressive of a mood

a moody painting/ballad/film

moodily

ˈmü-də-lē 

adverb

moodiness

ˈmü-dē-nəs 

noun

Synonyms of moody

• volatile
• impulsive
• changeful
• irritable
• unstable
• temperamental

Examples of moody in a Sentence

I don't know why I get so moody sometimes.

She's a moody woman—she can be happy one minute and angry the next.

The room's moody lighting suggested mystery and romance.

Recent Examples on the Web

For a moody look choose the bronze finish, or stick to a minimalist aesthetic with the ivory option. —Rachel Fletcher, Architectural Digest, 11 Nov. 2025

Rebel against the trend toward all-white interiors by creating a moodier space with deep, rich colors and patterns. —Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Nov. 2025

The nighttime concept is amplified in the moody video rounding out the campaign. —Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 6 Nov. 2025

The living room is clearly the showpiece here, between the moody original wood paneling and the oversize east- and north-facing windows. —Matthew Sedacca, Curbed, 3 Nov. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for moody

• broody
• buddhi
• judy

Kids Definition

moody

adjective

ˈmüd-ē 

moodier; moodiest

1

: frequently influenced by moods

especially : affected by changeable and gloomy moods or bad temper

2

: expressing a mood

a moody face

moodily

ˈmüd-ᵊl-ē 

adverb

moodiness

ˈmüd-ē-nəs 

noun

Biographical Definition

Moody

biographical name

Moo·​dy ˈmü-dē 

Dwight Lyman 1837–1899 American evangelist