- The categorization of mood as an interjection is not clear, although it seems to be the most appropriate category applicable, since mood appears to occupy a separate category on its own, much like yes and no. While it can suffice as a sentence on its own, mood can also be used as a noun to serve the same purpose. The meaning of mood can be intensified by quantifying its metaphorical size (i.e. big mood). Mood serves the same function as (and can be regarded as a synonym of) relatable and same in slang. Mood as an interjection: “Dude, that bird only has one leg.” “Big mood.” Mood as a noun: (Upon seeing a deflated parade float) “That’s a mood.”
mood
interjection / noun; zero derivation
A response implying agreement to something that is relatable, whether it is a statement said by someone or a situation. For example, mood would be an appropriate response to both the statement “I can’t wait for this semester to be over” as well as a dropped scoop of ice cream on the floor.
Etymology : The existing word mood taking on a new syntactic function.
Source : “I wanna take a 5-hour-long nap.” “Mood.” (friend 10/12/17)
Last modified: 3 December 2017