moping

[ˈmoʊpɪŋ]

moping Definition

• 1. to feel sorry for yourself and to be unhappy, especially for a long period of time
• 2. to move slowly or aimlessly because you are sad or bored

Using moping: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "moping" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  She's been moping around the house all day.

• Example

  He was moping over his lost love.

• Example

  The cat was moping in the corner.

• Example

  I don't want to spend the whole day moping about my problems.

moping Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for moping

• sulking
• languishing
• lounging
• loitering
• brooding

Antonyms for moping

• cheering
• delighting
• thrilling

Phrases with moping

• mope around

  to move slowly and aimlessly because you are sad or bored

  Example

  He spent the whole day moping around the house.

• mopey teenager

  a teenager who is often sad and spends a lot of time alone

  Example

  She's become such a mopey teenager since her breakup.

• mopey music

  music that is slow and sad, often listened to when feeling down

  Example

  I like to listen to mopey music when I'm feeling blue.

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Summary: moping in Brief

'Moping' [ˈmoʊpɪŋ] is a verb that describes feeling sorry for oneself and being unhappy for an extended period, often moving slowly or aimlessly. It can also describe a slow, aimless movement due to sadness or boredom. Examples include 'She's been moping around the house all day.' and 'He was moping over his lost love.' Synonyms include 'brooding' and 'sulking,' while antonyms include 'cheering' and 'delighting.'