sulk
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B2
/sʌlk/
silent displeasure
Etymology
Etymology Information
'sulk' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'sulke,' where 'sulke' meant 'to be sullen or morose.'
Historical Evolution
'sulke' transformed into the modern English word 'sulk' through gradual phonetic changes.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to be sullen or morose,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a period of gloomy silence or withdrawal.
She went into a sulk after the argument.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40