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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    moody sullen sulky morose gloomy glum grumpy irritable cranky petulant peevish cross crank testy touchy prickly irascible cantankerous disagreeable unpleasant unfriendly aloof standoffish distant reserved cool chilly frosty icy stiff rigid uncooperative stubborn obstinate recalcitrant refractory contrary perverse wayward headstrong willful

    Meaning of Sulky

    having a sulky expression or attitude

    Definitions

    • Having or showing a bad temper, or being unwilling to talk or smile
    • * (of a person) having a sulky expression or attitude

    Etymology of Sulky

    The word "sulky" has its origins in the mid-17th century, derived from the noun "sulk", which refers to a state of ill humor or a fit of pique
    Historically, the term was used to describe a person who was prone to sulking or pouting, often in a way that was perceived as childish or petulant

    Example Uses

    • She looked sulky and refused to talk to anyone
    • * He had a sulky expression on his face after losing the game
    • * The sulky child crossed his arms and pouted in the corner

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    happy cheerful sunny bright optimistic pleasant friendly affable genial warm cordial hospitable approachable outgoing sociable lively vivacious enthusiastic eager excited thrilled delighted pleased satisfied content complacent serene tranquil calm composed peaceful

    Related Nouns

    mood temper attitude expression face look demeanor behavior personality character trait disposition inclination tendency habit nature spirit atmosphere ambiance environment setting scene situation circumstance condition state status position posture stance attitude pose

    Related Verbs

    sulk pout frown scowl gloom glower brood mope sullen grumble complain protest resist refuse decline rebel defy disobey oppose confront challenge argue debate discuss negotiate bargain haggle

    Related Adjectives

    moody sullen glum grumpy irritable cranky petulant peevish cross crank testy touchy prickly irascible cantankerous disagreeable unpleasant unfriendly aloof standoffish distant reserved cool chilly frosty icy stiff rigid uncooperative stubborn obstinate recalcitrant refractory contrary perverse wayward headstrong willful