Definitions
- Describing a person who is bad-tempered, sulky, or moody. - Referring to a gloomy or dismal atmosphere or weather. - Talking about a situation or event that is depressing or disheartening.
- Describing a person who is sad, dejected, or unhappy. - Referring to a dull or uninteresting situation or environment. - Talking about a mood or atmosphere that is somber or melancholy.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe negative emotions or moods.
- 2Both words can be used to describe a person's demeanor or behavior.
- 3Both words can be used to describe a situation or environment.
- 4Both words have a negative connotation.
- 5Both words are adjectives.
What is the difference?
- 1Intensity: Sullen implies a stronger and more persistent negative mood than glum.
- 2Cause: Sullen is often caused by external factors such as bad news or a disappointing event, while glum can be caused by internal factors such as sadness or depression.
- 3Behavior: Sullen is often associated with a bad-tempered or sulky behavior, while glum is associated with a sad or dejected behavior.
- 4Usage: Sullen is less commonly used than glum in everyday language.
- 5Connotation: Sullen is more negative and has a harsher connotation than glum.
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Remember this!
Sullen and glum are synonyms that describe negative emotions or moods. However, sullen implies a stronger and more persistent negative mood caused by external factors, while glum can be caused by internal factors and is associated with a sad or dejected behavior. Additionally, sullen is less commonly used than glum and has a harsher connotation.
