What does SULKY mean?

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Sulky is primarily used as an adjective. It can also be used as a noun.

Definitions

As an adjective, sulky means "morose, sullen, or bad-tempered." As a noun, it refers to a light two-wheeled carriage for a single person.

Pronunciations

US: /ˈsʌlki/

UK: /ˈsʌlki/

Origin and Usage

The word sulky is believed to have originated in the early 18th century from the French word "souci," meaning "care." Its usage as an adjective to describe someone who is sullen or moody dates back to the mid-19th century. As a noun, it was used to describe a light carriage that was pulled by a horse and used for racing in the late 18th century.

Synonyms

Some synonyms for sulky include moody, sullen, surly, grumpy, and bad-tempered.

Related Words

Some related 5 letter words to sulky include sulks, skulk, slunk, and hulky.

Example Sentences

• He was in a sulky mood after losing the game.
• The child sat in the sulky, waiting for his mother to come back.
• She gave him a sulky look and walked away.