Moods Meaning in English
word · lemma: mood
Definition
Moods are feelings or emotional states that a person has at a certain time, like being happy, sad, or angry. In grammar, 'mood' can also describe the way in which verbs express the writer’s attitude, such as wish, command, or possibility.
Usage & Nuances
'Moods' is usually informal and refers to emotional states, often in plural to indicate a range or changes (e.g. 'She has mood swings'). In grammar, 'mood' (singular) is a technical term, most often used in linguistics, not daily speech. Don’t confuse 'mood' with 'mode' (method/form). Common with adjectives: 'good mood', 'bad mood', 'in a (good/bad) mood'.
Example Sentences
People can have different moods every day.
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Her moods change quickly.
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Music can improve your moods.
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He’s not easy to read because his moods shift from cheerful to quiet without warning.
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Different seasons can affect my moods a lot.
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Don’t take it personally—she's just in one of her strange moods today.
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