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Meaning of the word sullen in English

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sullen

US /ˈsʌl.ən/
UK /ˈsʌl.ən/
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Adjective

1.

bad-tempered and sulky; gloomy

Example:
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The child was sullen after being told he couldn't have ice cream.
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He gave her a sullen look and walked away.
Synonym:
gloomymorosegrumpysourglum
Synonym:
cheerfulbrighthappyjovialgenial
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