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moody Antonyms

Opposite of moody

Because the opposite of moody shifts with each meaning, the 12 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Subject to unpredictable or frequent changes of mood, especially sudden bouts of gloom, sullenness, or irritability.

Usage Example

"The teenager became increasingly even-tempered during the exam week, alternating between quiet withdrawal and sudden frustration."

Strongest
even-tempered
cheerful
Strong
amiable
easygoing
good-natured
placid
equable

• adjective (Context 2)

Evoking a somber, mysterious, or melancholic atmosphere (especially of art, music, lighting, or a landscape).

Usage Example

"The cinematographer used low lighting and deep shadows to create a bright, brooding aesthetic throughout the film."

Strongest
bright
Strong
upbeat
lighthearted
cheery
sunny

Similar words to moody

Words similar to moody shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

temperamental
atmospheric
brooding
mercurial
sullen
somber
gloomy
morose
See all synonyms of moody

• Nearby Words

mood
moodily
moodiness
moody
moonbeam
moonflower
moonless

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Moody. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/moody
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