sullen
adjective
showing irritation or ill humor by a gloomy silence or reserve.
sullenness
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a word derived from
sullen.
Example Sentences
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Macfadyen's Darcy seems more innocent, younger and perhaps with that trademark Darcy's sullenness because of shyness more than a sense of superiority.
From Salon ● Jun. 10, 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
And while “Pig” can at times feel engulfed by its own sullenness, there’s a rigor to the filmmaking and a surreal beauty to Pat Scola’s images that seal our investment in Rob’s fate.
From New York Times ● Jul. 15, 2021
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
