Meaning & use
mood
A temporary state of mind or feeling that affects how a person thinks or acts.
See it in a sentence
Her mood brightened as soon as she saw the surprise waiting on the kitchen table.
The gray sky and cold rain set a gloomy mood for the entire afternoon.
A note on using this word
Mood usually describes a short-lived emotional state, while temperament refers to a person's more lasting character.
Words with a similar meaning
temperdisposition
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Another way to use it
2. noun
A verb form that shows whether a statement is a fact, command, wish, or possibility.
English uses the subjunctive mood in sentences like 'If I were you, I would go.'
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