/muːd/

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Meaning

The way you feel at one time, whether happy, sad or angry.

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Word origin

From Old English mod, meaning mind, heart or courage.

Origin
Old English
Root
mod

Grammar

Gender
Pluralmoods

Examples

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"In a good mood" means she feels happy now.

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A mood can change quickly.

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"Not in the mood" means you do not feel like doing it.

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This word is taught in chapter 18, lesson 10: mood, mystery, abandon and 7 more words.