moodiness
|mood/i/ness|
B2
/ˈmuː.di.nəs/
(moody)
changeable mood
Etymology
Etymology Information
'moodiness' originates from the Old English word 'mōd,' which meant 'mind' or 'spirit.'
Historical Evolution
'mōd' transformed into the Middle English word 'mood,' and eventually became the modern English word 'moodiness.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'state of mind,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'frequent changes in mood.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the quality of being subject to frequent changes in mood.
Her moodiness made it difficult to predict her reactions.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40