Meaning of the word sulk in English

What does sulk mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

sulk

US /sʌlk/

UK /sʌlk/

be silent, morose, and bad-tempered out of annoyance or disappointment

Example:

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He's still sulking about the decision.

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Don't just sulk, tell me what's wrong.

Synonym:

pout mope grump frown glower

a period of sulking

Example:

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He went off in a sulk after the argument.

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She was in a deep sulk all evening.

Synonym:

pout mope grump bad mood fit of pique