Mope around

verb

To spend time being unhappy and not do anything or do very little.

After he lost his job, he just moped around the house all day.
Visual representation of "mope around" - To spend time being unhappy and not do anything or do very little

Often appears as...

  • mope around the house
  • mope around all day

Usage tips

Colloquial

verb

To spend time being unhappy and not do anything or do very little.

After he lost his job, he just moped around the house all day.
Visual representation of "mope around" - To spend time being unhappy and not do anything or do very little

Often appears as...

  • mope around the house
  • mope around all day

Usage tips

Colloquial

Definition 1 of 1
Visual representation of "mope around"
LampPro Tip 1/3

Emotional State

Means feeling sad or hopeless. Often used when someone shows their sadness through inaction or low energy.

Illustration for Emotional State
She's been moping around ever since her friend moved away.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Colloquial Use

Common in casual conversation, not suitable for formal writing or speeches.

Illustration for Colloquial Use
Stop moping around and cheer up, let's go out!
LampPro Tip 3/3

Negative Activity

It implies a lack of productivity or helpful activity during the period of feeling low.

Illustration for Negative Activity
He's just moping around instead of looking for a new job.
Visual representation of the word "Mope around"

Never forget "Mope around"

Humans forget easily. That's why you should download WordUp: Smart reminders, word games, AI practice, and much more!

Download on the App StoreGet it on Google PlayGet it from MicrosoftGet it on AppGallery
Chrome

WordUp Chrome Extension

As you browse the web instantly look up words you don’t know.

Get Chrome Extension
Back to top