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Sulk Definition & Meaning

sulk
noun
  1. a mood or display of sullen aloofness or withdrawal; "stayed home in a sulk"
verb
  1. be in a huff and display one's displeasure; "She is pouting because she didn't get what she wanted"

"Sulk" in song lyrics

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  • "I alone personify mankind's collective sulk"
    Aesop Rock — Float
  • "The poor just drink and sulk"
    D-Sisive — In the Jungle

Words that rhyme with sulk

Usage tips for "sulk"

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Frequently asked questions

What does sulk mean?
a mood or display of sullen aloofness or withdrawal; "stayed home in a sulk" be in a huff and display one's displeasure; "She is pouting because she didn't get what she wanted"
What part of speech is sulk?
Sulk is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does sulk have?
Sulk has 2 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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