Mood

My dog lying on the couch for hours is such a mood.

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In a modern context, people typically use the word "mood" when relating to a situation, image, person, etc. Though its exact origin is unclear, it became popular as social media grew in the 2010s and 2020s, with many beginning to use it in a variety of contexts. The term "mood" bears similarities to the expressions "that's so relatable" or "I feel that."For example, a dog owner may comment “mood” on a meme about a dog that never wants to stop playing fetch, reflecting their own experience with their energetic pet. “Mood” has become a staple in Gen-Z vocabulary, with many enjoying the short but sweet phrase that expresses mutual understandings of situations in a humorous manner.