Pronunciation: /ˈmuːdiˌnəs/

Definitions of moodiness

noun a state or quality of being moody or temperamental

Example Sentences

A1 My friend's moodiness can be difficult to predict.

A2 I sometimes struggle to understand my sister's moodiness.

B1 The teacher addressed the student's moodiness by offering support.

B2 Her moodiness seemed to be a result of stress at work.

C1 His moodiness was attributed to a combination of personal issues and external factors.

C2 The actress's moodiness was rumored to be a tactic to maintain a mysterious image.

Examples of moodiness in a Sentence

formal The patient's moodiness could be a symptom of underlying mental health issues.

informal I can't keep up with her moodiness, one minute she's happy and the next she's angry.

slang Her moodiness is really getting on my nerves lately.

figurative The storm clouds in his eyes reflected his moodiness.

Grammatical Forms of moodiness

past tense

moodinessed

plural

moodinesses

comparative

more moody

superlative

most moody

present tense

is moody

future tense

will be moody

perfect tense

has been moody

continuous tense

is being moody

singular

moodiness

positive degree

moody

infinitive

to be moody

gerund

being moody

participle

moody

Origin and Evolution of moodiness

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Middle English
Story behind the word: The word 'moodiness' originated from the Middle English word 'moodi' which was derived from the Old English word 'mōdig' meaning brave or proud.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'moodiness' shifted from being brave or proud to being characterized by frequent changes in mood or temper.