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sulky Synonyms

Another word for sulky

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• adjective (Context 1)

Morose, bad-tempered, and resentful; refusing to be cooperative or cheerful, often through silent withdrawal.

Usage Example

"The child became sullen and refused to speak after being told it was time to leave the park."

Strongest
sullen
morose
Strong
petulant
pouty
surly
glum
moody
brooding

Opposites of sulky

The opposite of sulky shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

cheerful
amiable
good-natured
genial
upbeat
sociable
See all opposites of sulky

• Nearby Words

sulker
sulkily
sulkiness
sulky
sullen
sullenly
sullenness

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Sulky. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/sulky
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