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sulk
verb
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sulk

How to pronounce sulk:

Definition of sulk:

sulk (verb):
to be moodily silent
to be silent and moody as a way of showing anger or resentment

Synonyms for sulk:

blues
dumps
fretfulness
grouch
humor
humour
irritability
irritableness
pet
pouts
snit
sulkiness
sullenness
temper

Antonyms for sulk:

be cheerful
be elated
be happy
compliment
crow
delight
despise
dislike
grin
grow
hate
please
praise
rejoice
rise
smile
speak clearly
strengthen

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