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Sullenly Definition & Meaning

sullenly
adverb
  1. in a sullen manner; "he sat in his chair dourly"

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What does sullenly mean?
in a sullen manner; "he sat in his chair dourly"
What part of speech is sullenly?
Sullenly is an adverb.

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