moody

adjective

ˈmü-dē How to pronounce moody (audio)
Definition of moodynext
as in volatile
frequently influenced by moods and especially bad moods teenagers are often both moody and changeable

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Recent Examples of moody Think again, because the feminine style has received a fall-appropriate revamp, leaning into moodier seasonal shades with the occasional pop of color. — Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 28 Sep. 2026 Guest in Residence’s Western Fringe Wool and Cashmere Blend Jacket — moody, dimensional, and never overwhelming, despite all those hanging strands. — Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 28 Sep. 2026 Alternatively, brighter whites and traditionally summery pieces can instantly feel autumnal when paired with moodier shades like maroon and olive green. — Kate Boswell, Southern Living, 26 Sep. 2026 From brick red to ashen violet and dusky taupe, these are the soft yet moody nail colors to keep an eye on this fall. — Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 26 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for moody
Recent Examples of Synonyms for moody
  1. volatile
  2. impulsive
  3. changeful
  4. irritable
  5. unstable
  6. temperamental
Adjective
  • The researchers focused on volatile elements such as sodium, zinc and potassium, which evaporate easily at high temperatures.
    — Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 6 Oct. 2026
  • Gonzales pointed to the volatile state budget’s dependence on tax revenue from wealthy Californians, some of whom have proactively moved out of the state because of the proposal.
    — Seema Mehta, Los Angeles Times, 6 Oct. 2026
Definition of volatile
Adjective
  • Low self-control, in contrast, is a core contributing factor to numerous problems, including substance abuse and impulsive buying.
    — Joan M. Cook, Time, 3 Oct. 2026
  • Cage has answered with the impulsive, erratic, and frenzied style now allegorized in Spider-Noir as Reilly’s inner monster.
    — Harmon Siegel, Artforum, 1 Oct. 2026
Definition of impulsive
Adjective
  • Rigorous, blustery winter; winding sleety spring; hot, moist enervating summer; changeful autumn with its dog-days; these are absolutely unknown.
    — San Diego Union-Tribune, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 Jan. 2023
  • Hers is the kind of face that inspires directors to tight framing — gleaming, as if smoothed from marble, and yet somehow pliant, changeful.
    — Jordan Kisner Jack Davison, New York Times, 11 Oct. 2022
Definition of changeful
Adjective
  • Coach There’s no better feeling than walking into your last show of the day, irritable and hungry, only to discover that snacks are being served.
    — Anna Grace Lee, Vogue, 17 Sep. 2026
  • If a relative or housemate seems irritable, ask what’s going on instead of working around the mood.
    — Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 11 Sep. 2026
Definition of irritable
Adjective
  • Climate scientists say as temperatures rise ⁠glaciers in the Himalayas retreat, leaving behind unstable glacial lakes held back by little more than loose rock and ice, above valleys home to millions.
    — Reuters, NBC news, 2 Oct. 2026
  • Volcanoes National Park urged visitors to keep their distance from the unstable cliff edges to avoid putting themselves, or first responders, in danger.
    — Charlotte Reck, CNN Money, 2 Oct. 2026
Definition of unstable
Adjective
  • Home asks for adjustments as the temperamental Moon activates your 4th House of Family and Foundations, bringing feelings up around privacy that supports your well‑being.
    — Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 16 Sep. 2026
  • Liekhus’ Ma Rainey isn’t merely being temperamental, as Sturdyvant and Irvin assume.
    — Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of temperamental

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“Moody.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/moody. Accessed 9 Oct. 2026.

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