moody

adjective

ˈmü-dē

moodier; moodiest

Synonyms of moody next

: subject to depression : gloomy

: subject to moods : temperamental

: expressive of a mood

moodily

ˈmü-də-lē

adverb

moodiness

ˈmü-dē-nəs

noun

Example Sentences

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 The classy, relaxed space has gotten a remodel, which includes moody green interiors; wood tables; chic lighting; and copper accents to match the bar. —

Chelsea Davis, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2022 Velvet can make a space feel moody, yet high-end and cozy. —

Jennifer Carmichael, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Oct. 2022 Nestled under a bridge in Dallas’ Harwood District is Magnolias Sous Le Pont, a moody French coffee shop with herringbone floors and seasonal drinks like the salted caramel mocha and lavender latte. —

Dallas News, 28 Sep. 2022 Ca Momi was dark and moody, but Scala is bright and white with pops of blue to create an elegant Mediterranean ambiance. —

Jess Lander, San Francisco Chronicle, 28 Dec. 2022 This moody Russian living room uses minimal color and maximum pattern to achieve a dark, modern vibe. —

Anna Fixsen, ELLE Decor, 20 Dec. 2022 The space itself is quite moody, with low lighting emphasizing the subterranean nature of the bar. —

Tori Latham, Robb Report, 30 Sep. 2022 That’s how Tim Burton described the key combatants in his 1989 blockbuster, which created the template for the modern superhero film — one in which darkness, vivid production design, and moody characters would reign supreme. —

Tim Grierson, Vulture, 22 Mar. 2021 Unlike the moody overcast skies of Friday, a bit more sun is expected to creep through the clouds Saturday. —

Caroline Silva, ajc, 26 Nov. 2022 See More

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