mode vs. mood MODE mōd/Submit noun 1. a way or manner in which something occurs or is experienced, expressed, or done. his preferred mode of travel was a kayak synonyms: manner, way, fashion, means, method, system, style, approach, technique, procedure, process, practice an informal mode of policing an option allowing a change in the method of operation of a device, especially a camera. a camcorder in automatic mode synonyms: function, position, operation the camera is in manual mode COMPUTING a way of operating or using a system. some computers provide several so-called processor modes PHYSICS any of the distinct kinds or patterns of vibration of an oscillating system. LOGIC the character of a modal proposition (whether necessary, contingent, possible, or impossible). LOGICGRAMMAR another term for mood2. 2. a fashion or style in clothes, art, literature, etc. in the Seventies, the mode for activewear took hold synonyms: fashion, vogue, style, look, trend; More MOOD mo͞od/Submit noun 1. a temporary state of mind or feeling. he appeared to be in a very good mood about something synonyms: frame/state of mind, humor, temper; More an angry, irritable, or sullen state of mind. he was obviously in a mood synonyms: a bad mood, a (bad) temper, a sulk, a fit of pique; More the atmosphere or pervading tone of something, especially a work of art. Monets “Mornings on the Seine” series, with their hushed and delicate mood synonyms: atmosphere, feeling, spirit, ambience, aura, character, tenor, flavor, feel, tone the mood of the film adjective modifier noun: mood 1. (especially of music) inducing or suggestive of a particular feeling or state of mind. mood music synonyms: in the right frame of mind, wanting to, inclined to, disposed to, minded to, eager to, willing to I dont like to go to the casino unless Im in the mood
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