Vocabulary Entry

sulky

|adjective • noun

adjective

Irritable or moody; showing resentment or gloominess.

Example Sentences

"He gave her a sulky look after she suggested they change plans."

"The sulky child refused to join the game with the others."

"Her sulky demeanor made it hard to cheer her up."

noun

Example Sentences

"She was in a sulky about not being invited to the party."

"His sulky went unnoticed in the corner of the room."

"I could see his sulky creeping in as soon as he didn't get his way."