sulkily

[ˈsʌlkɪli]

sulkily Definition

  • 1in a sulky manner; showing irritation or ill humor by a gloomy silence or reserve
  • 2in a pouting or moping way

Using sulkily: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "sulkily" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He sulkily refused to come to the party.

  • Example

    She answered sulkily and wouldn't look at me.

  • Example

    He sat sulkily in the corner, refusing to speak to anyone.

sulkily Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for sulkily

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Summary: sulkily in Brief

'Sulkily' [ˈsʌlkɪli] is an adverb that describes someone's behavior when they are showing irritation or ill humor by a gloomy silence or reserve. It can also mean in a pouting or moping way. For example, 'He sulkily refused to come to the party.'