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moods

NOUN

state of mind

Synonyms

STRONGEST

air atmosphere attitude aura character color condition desire disposition emotion feeling frame of mind humor inclination mind personality response scene spirit temperament tendency wish

STRONG

affection bent blues caprice crotchet cue depression doldrums dumps fancy feel individuality melancholy pleasure propensity semblance soul strain temper tenor timbre vagary vein whim

WEAK

high spirits low spirits

Antonyms

STRONGEST

dislike hate hatred physicality

STRONG

antipathy gladness happiness joy

WEAK

health

Example Sentences

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Text messages between Altman and Shivon Zilis, Musk’s close associate and onetime OpenAI board member, who is the mother of four of his children, show the two strategizing on how to best manage Musk’s moods.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 16, 2026

Katie began to note down her fluctuating moods and other symptoms throughout the month and began to see patterns.

From BBC • May 16, 2026

Feeling motivated and focused also boosted sharpness, while depressive moods were linked to lower levels.

From Science Daily • Apr. 15, 2026

The individuals who survive and flourish in such a system are sycophants and mediocrities, and those who have learned to navigate the Great Leader’s moods are far from the most qualified, talented or honorable.

From Salon • Apr. 11, 2026

Since they had moved to Ravenel, Lillian had charted his moods like a cartographer, and her instinct for defusing his temper before it erupted told her this was a day for caution.

From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy