also: むーでぃ
atmospheric; romantic; moody
Describes a place, music, lighting, or situation that has a pleasant, often romantic or sophisticated atmosphere. A loanword from English 'moody', but used positively in Japanese.
from English moody
That restaurant is very atmospheric and perfect for a date.
That restaurant was a very atmospheric place.
I put on some moody music and changed the atmosphere of the room.
Romantic, mood-setting music was playing inside the shop.
He set up soft, romantic lighting for the dinner.
Standard katakana spelling from English 'moody'.
Variant spelling without the long vowel mark; less common but seen.
Borrowed from English 'moody'. In Japanese, it has taken on a positive sense of 'having a good atmosphere', unlike the English word which often implies sullenness.