GRE Word List

SULLEN

gloomily or resentfully silent or repressed

The meaning of the word sullen is gloomily or resentfully silent or repressed.

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anomalousinconsistent with or deviating from what is usual, normal, or expected : irregular
truisman undoubted or self-evident truth
abortiveprematurely born
pastoralof, relating to, or composed of shepherds or herdsmen
censora person who supervises conduct and morals: such as
defectan imperfection or abnormality that impairs quality, function, or utility : shortcoming
gleama transient appearance of subdued or partly obscured light
decorumliterary and dramatic propriety : fitness
pessimisman inclination to emphasize adverse aspects, conditions, and possibilities or to expect the worst possible outcome
dramaa composition (see composition