Broodier: meaning, definitions and examples
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broodier
[ ˈbruː.di.ər ]
mood, feeling
Broodier refers to a state of being overly contemplative or prone to deep thought, often associated with feelings of sadness or anxiety. Someone who is broodier might display a tendency to dwell on past events or worries rather than engaging in positive or uplifting thoughts.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- She has been feeling broodier since the breakup.
- His broodier demeanor made the atmosphere quite heavy.
- After receiving criticism, he grew more broodier than ever.
Translations
Translations of the word "broodier" in other languages:
🇵🇹 incubadora
🇮🇳 अंडे से अंडर निकालने वाला
🇩🇪 brütender
🇮🇩 pengeraman
🇺🇦 несуча
🇵🇱 wysiadywacz
🇯🇵 ブローディア
🇫🇷 incubateur
🇪🇸 incubadora
🇹🇷 kuluçka
🇰🇷 부화기
🇸🇦 دجاجة حاضنة
🇨🇿 líhnoucí
🇸🇰 vyliahujúci
🇨🇳 孵化器
🇸🇮 inkubator
🇮🇸 verndar
🇰🇿 жұмыртқа шығаратын
🇬🇪 ბუდე
🇦🇿 incubator
🇲🇽 incubadora
Etymology
The word 'broody' is derived from the Old English word 'brūdan,' which means 'to breed or produce offspring.' Originally, 'broody' described a hen's state of sitting on eggs to hatch them, reflecting a nurturing and protective trait. Over time, the meaning evolved to encompass a more metaphorical sense, capturing the essence of individuals who, much like a brooding hen, seem deep in thought or contemplative, often exhibiting a gloomy or reflective demeanor. The use of 'broodier' is a comparative form, indicating an increased level of this behavior, and has been adopted into modern English to describe individuals who are more prone to introspection and melancholy.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #43,729, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.