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In a bad mood Meaning in English

expression

IN-uh-BAD-MOOD
IN-uh-BAD-MOOD

Definition

Feeling unhappy, irritable, or angry, so you are likely to be unfriendly or easily annoyed.

Usage & Nuances

Informal. Often used to explain why someone is acting unfriendly or irritable. Common with 'be', 'seem', or 'look': 'She is in a bad mood', 'He seems in a bad mood today'. For short-term feelings; for a longer state, use 'moody'.

Example Sentences

She is in a bad mood today.

basic

Are you in a bad mood?

basic

He gets in a bad mood when he is tired.

basic

Sorry if I snap at you, I’m just in a bad mood.

natural

Whenever it rains, she ends up in a bad mood.

natural

You might want to avoid the boss—he’s in a bad mood this morning.

natural