sulk
0 antonyms and opposites of sulk, grouped by meaning.
Verb — To show displeasure by going quiet and withdrawn rather than speaking about it.
How to use sulk
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
Believed to be a back-formation from sulky, ultimately traced to an Old English word meaning slothful or languid.
Full origin of sulk →Frequently asked questions
What does “sulk” mean?
The word “sulk” means to show displeasure by going quiet and withdrawn rather than speaking about it. In plain terms, to go silent and moody when upset instead of talking it out.
How do you pronounce “sulk”?
“Sulk” is pronounced suhlk (/sʌlk/ in IPA).
How do you use “sulk” in a sentence?
Here is “sulk” used in a sentence: “He sulked in his room after losing the argument.”
What part of speech is “sulk”?
Depending on how it is used, “sulk” can be a verb and a noun.
Where does the word “sulk” come from?
The word “sulk” comes from Old English. Believed to be a back-formation from sulky, ultimately traced to an Old English word meaning slothful or languid.
How many meanings does “sulk” have?
“Sulk” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to show displeasure by going quiet and withdrawn rather than speaking about it.