Moody
/ˈmuː.di/noun
Subject to frequent changes of mood; temperamental.
Did you know?In the 16th century, the word "mood" was closely associated with the soul and emotions, linking our feelings to a deeper spiritual realm.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-West Germanic
PWG
mōdī
“Spirit, mind, or courage.”
Old English
OE
mōd
“Heart, spirit, or temperament.”
Middle English
ME
mode
“Manner, disposition, or style.”
Early Modern English
EME
moody
“Characterized by unpredictable emotional states.”
Modern English
English
moody
“Inclined to change moods frequently.”