mood

word

/ˈmud/
mood
/mˈuːd/
mood

Definition

A mood is the way someone feels at a particular time, such as happy, sad, or annoyed. It can also mean the emotional feeling or atmosphere in a place, event, or piece of art.

Usage & Nuances

Very common in everyday English, especially for personal feelings: 'I'm in a good/bad mood' and 'I'm not in the mood for...' are key patterns. It also appears in art and design for atmosphere: 'The lighting creates a calm mood.' Do not confuse it with longer-term mental health terms like 'depression'.

Example Sentences

She is in a good mood today.

basic

I'm not in the mood to talk right now.

basic

The music creates a calm mood.

basic

Don't ask him now—he's in a weird mood.

natural

I'm in the mood for pizza tonight.

natural

The movie's dark mood stayed with me for hours.

natural