Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sullen
Adjective
/ˈsʌl.ən/
Definition
Showing a brooding ill humor or silent resentment; morose or sulky.
Examples
- After the argument, he sat in a sullen silence.
- She gave him a sullen glare when he interrupted her.
- The sky was sullen and gray, reflecting her mood.
Meaning
Sullen describes a mood or attitude that is gloomy, silent, or withdrawn, often in response to feeling angry or upset.
Synonyms
- Morose
- Sulky
- Gloomy
- Melancholy
- Surly
