moody

Everyday

1. Often changing mood suddenly, especially becoming sad, cross or grumpy for no clear reason. tree →
2. Grumpy or sulky right now (he's in a moody mood). tree →
3. Dark and gloomy in a way that creates a feeling (a moody painting, moody lighting). tree →

In the lessons

In stories and everyday life: a moody teenager, a moody cat. In art and film: moody colours or music make a sad or mysterious feeling. Phrases: moody teenager, moody weather.

Examples

• My sister is moody in the mornings. tree →
• Our cat gets moody if you wake him up. tree →
• Don't be so moody — it's only a game. tree →
• The film had dark, moody music. tree →
• The sky looked moody before the storm. tree →
• He was moody all day after losing the match. tree →

Note

Comparative: moodier, moodiest (y to i). From "mood". Usually negative about people. Does not mean "in a good mood".