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Missmut

displeasure, ill humour, sulkiness

noun MIS-moot Rare
Mind & Emotions Emotions

Usage Note

Missmut describes a sulky or peevish mood, often shown in expression or tone. In Missmut verfallen (to fall into a sulky mood). The adjective missmutig is perhaps more common in everyday speech.

Examples

"Mit einem Ausdruck von Missmut verließ er das Büro ohne ein Wort."

Natural Translation

With an expression of ill humour, he left the office without a word.

Literal Translation

With an expression of ill-humour left he the office without a word.

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