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sullen Definition and Meaning in English (sullen definition)

adjective
Synonyms:gloomymorosesurly
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Sullen definition: Sullen describes someone who is bad-tempered and sulky, often showing a gloomy and resentful silence.

Definitions of Sullen

  1. 1adjective

    Sullen describes someone who is bad-tempered and sulky, often showing a gloomy and resentful silence.

Example Sentences

casual

“The sullen child refused to speak to anyone after losing his toy.”

casual

“Her sullen mood cast a shadow over the entire room.”

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nounsullenness
adverbsullenly

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Sullen definition: Sullen describes someone who is bad-tempered and sulky, often showing a gloomy and resentful silence.
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'Sullen' translates to 'sullen' in English. Sullen definition: Sullen describes someone who is bad-tempered and sulky, often showing a gloomy and resentful silence.
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