sullenness
- a word derived from sullen.
Example Sentences
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Monroe, with a sort of placid sullenness, is the eye of the storm amid these colorful characters, including her hard-charging boss Carter.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 19, 2024
Maybe his family is frustrated by his grouchiness and poor interpersonal communication skills, at least based on his laconic sullenness with the doctor.
From New York Times • Dec. 4, 2022
In terms of obvious atmospheric menace, or even mere meteorological sullenness, Friday seemed to deserve at least a pass.
From Washington Post • May 13, 2022
You’ve tried to offer workarounds and alternative arrangements so she can be with her friends and have a good time—maybe keep reminding her of that proposal, but otherwise, live with her sullenness.
From Slate • Dec. 24, 2019
All of Hari’s sullenness and temper were gone, and without them Hari seemed to be disappearing.
From "Homeless Bird" by Gloria Whelan
