Sulky

/ˈsʌlki/

adjective

Showing disappointment or bad mood by being silent, less friendly, or not cooperative.

She had a sulky expression on her face when she didn't get what she wanted.

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Pro Tip 1/3

Sulky often conveys a childish or immature way of showing unhappiness.

Stop being so sulky; we can’t always win.

Pro Tip 2/3

Sulky behavior can be expressed through body language, without words.

His sulky slump in the chair showed his disappointment.

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Being sulky might be considered rude or disrespectful in social or formal situations.

Her sulky behavior at the dinner table was noticeable.

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