BROODY Synonyms: 49 Similar and Opposite Words

broody

adjective

ˈbrü-dē

Definition of broody

as in melancholy

given to or marked by long, quiet thinking he spent a long, broody weekend trying to figure out where his relationship with his girlfriend was headed

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Recent Examples of broody Theo James starred on season 1 as Charlotte's love interest (and one of Austen's broody heroes, of course), Sidney Parker. — Andrea Wurzburger, PEOPLE, 29 Nov. 2025 One notable absence from the sophomore season of Alfred Gough and Miles Millar’s Wednesday is that of broody artist Xavier Thorpe (Percy Hynes White), who played a significant love interest for Jenna Ortega’s titular main character in Season 1. — Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 8 Aug. 2025 The result was a mash-up of Ralph Lauren signatures that felt broodier, a little more bohemian, and, in that, perhaps a touch more eclectic. — Nick Remsen, CNN Money, 18 Apr. 2025 Misfit is a patchouli-amber number that feels broodier and sophisticated, yet manages to wear light enough year-round. — Kiana Murden, Vogue, 17 Aug. 2023 See All Example Sentences for broody

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Adjective

Elsewhere, sharp use is made of a playful score by longtime Johnson collaborator Jay McCarrol, with sleepy piano passages echoing underlying notes of melancholy.

— David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 29 July 2026
The resulting track carries a hint of classic Athens melancholy while centering on one of Chura’s most hopeful songs to date.

— SPIN Staff, SPIN, 23 July 2026

Definition of melancholy

Adjective

Through movement, restoration, thoughtful hospitality and a profound connection to the California coast, each stay becomes an opportunity to return home feeling renewed.

— Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 31 July 2026
While our designers both agree that bare wooden stairs are a style and safety issue, Spalding prefers to incorporate the practicality of carpet on stairs with a thoughtful runner.

— The Spruce, The Spruce, 30 July 2026

Definition of thoughtful

Adjective

The set balanced crowd favorites with deeper cuts, moving comfortably between reflective moments and full-throttle rockers.

— Jamie Graziano, Charlotte Observer, 31 July 2026
The exterior material has a glossy, highly reflective, mirrorlike patent leather sheen.

— Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 31 July 2026

Definition of reflective

Adjective

The Final Painting fittingly has a contemplative tone, with slow, spellbound songs that seem both off-the-cuff and profoundly lived in.

— Reed Jackson, SPIN, 31 July 2026
The animation perfectly complements its contemplative pace, drawing us deeper into its haunting world.

— William Earl, Variety, 25 July 2026