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   Mood

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   noun

   • 1. a temporary state of mind or feeling: "he appeared to be in a very good mood about something" Similar frame of mindstate of mindemotional statehumortemperdispositionspirittenorvein
   • ▪ an angry, irritable, or sullen state of mind: "he was obviously in a mood" Similar bad moodtemperbad temperfit of bad/ill tempersulkpetthe sulksfit of piquelow spiritsdepressionbout of mopingthe doldrumsthe bluesmardinformal:the dumpsgrumppaddyinformal, dated:batewax
   • ▪ the atmosphere or pervading tone of something, especially a work of art: "Monet's “Mornings on the Seine” series, with their hushed and delicate mood" Similar atmospherefeelingspiritambienceauracharactertenorflavorqualityclimatefeeltonekey

   adjective

   • 1. (especially of music) inducing or suggestive of a particular feeling or state of mind: "mood music"

   Word Origin Old Englishmōd (also in the senses ‘mind’ and ‘fierce courage’), of Germanic origin; related to Dutch moed and German Mut.

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   What does mood Mean in English?

   • • Pessimism replaced the mood of democratic optimism that existed before World War I. • According to the few aid workers remaining in the town, the mood there is tense. Origin mood 1. Old English mod “mind, courage” 2. (1500-1600) mode mood meaning, definition, what is mood: the way you feel at a particular time: Learn more.

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   What are the characteristics of a mood?

   • Moods have two chief characteristics: whether they are positive (pleasant) or negative (unpleasant), and how intense they are (Watson & Clark, 1997). In this regard, they are much like emotions. When you say you’re in a relaxed mood, for example, you are probably feeling positive, but in a mild way.

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   What is a mood example?

   • What Are Moods? (A Definition) Scientists define a mood as a prolonged period of time in which you tend to feel certain feelings and have thoughts that mirror those feelings (Watson & Clark, 1997). For example, when I am in a negative mood, I might feel worried or upset, and my thoughts will generally follow this pattern, too.

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   1. [ mood ] Phonetic (Standard)IPA. noun. a state or quality of feeling at a particular time: What's the boss' mood today? Synonyms: state of mind, frame of mind, disposition, humor, temper. a distinctive emotional quality or character: The mood of the music was almost funereal. a prevailing emotional tone or general attitude: the country's mood.

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   What Are Moods? (A Definition) Scientists define a mood as a prolonged period of time in which you tend to feel certain feelings and have thoughts that mirror those feelings (Watson & Clark, 1997). For example, when I am in a negative mood, I might feel worried or upset, and my thoughts will generally follow this pattern, too.

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   Definition of mood noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

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   MOOD definition: 1. the way someone feels at a particular time: 2. to not be friendly to other people because you…. Learn more.

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   Jul 15, 2022 · Emotions, Feelings. and Moods: What’s the Difference? Emotions and feelings are often used interchangeably, but they really aren’t the same thing. So what is the difference between emotions and feelings and moods? Let’s break down the difference and looking at proven ways to improve emotional literacy and emotional intelligence. by Michael Miller.

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   Old English mod “mind, courage” 2. (1500-1600) mode. mood meaning, definition, what is mood: the way you feel at a particular time: Learn more.

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   a state of sullenness, gloom, or bad temper. bef. 900; Middle English; Old English mōd mind, spirit; courage; cognate with German Mut, Gothic mōths courage, Old Norse mōthr anger. 1. temper, humor, disposition, inclination. mood2 (mo̅o̅d), n. Grammar.