Sulkiness
noun
The state of being in a bad mood, showing unhappiness or irritation silently.
The room was full of silent sulkiness due to the argument earlier.
Often appears as...
- silent sulkiness
- air of sulkiness
Usage tips
Disapproving
noun
The state of being in a bad mood, showing unhappiness or irritation silently.
The room was full of silent sulkiness due to the argument earlier.
Often appears as...
- silent sulkiness
- air of sulkiness
Usage tips
Disapproving
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Emotional State
Sulkiness implies an internal emotional condition, often perceived as negative or immature by others.
Her sulkiness after losing the game was noticeable.
Pro Tip 2/3Silent Discontent
Sulkiness doesn't usually involve verbal complaints; it's a quiet demonstration of displeasure.
He sat in sulkiness, not saying a word about the cancelled trip.
Pro Tip 3/3Short-lived Mood
Sulkiness is often temporary and can change with mood or situation.
The child's sulkiness vanished when offered ice cream.
Pro Tip 1/3Emotional State
Sulkiness implies an internal emotional condition, often perceived as negative or immature by others.
Her sulkiness after losing the game was noticeable.
Pro Tip 2/3Silent Discontent
Sulkiness doesn't usually involve verbal complaints; it's a quiet demonstration of displeasure.
He sat in sulkiness, not saying a word about the cancelled trip.
Pro Tip 3/3Short-lived Mood
Sulkiness is often temporary and can change with mood or situation.
The child's sulkiness vanished when offered ice cream.
Pro Tip 1/3Emotional State
Sulkiness implies an internal emotional condition, often perceived as negative or immature by others.
Her sulkiness after losing the game was noticeable.
Pro Tip 2/3Silent Discontent
Sulkiness doesn't usually involve verbal complaints; it's a quiet demonstration of displeasure.
He sat in sulkiness, not saying a word about the cancelled trip.
Pro Tip 3/3Short-lived Mood
Sulkiness is often temporary and can change with mood or situation.
The child's sulkiness vanished when offered ice cream.
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