GRE Word List
SULLEN
gloomily or resentfully silent or repressed
The meaning of the word sullen is gloomily or resentfully silent or repressed.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| well-bred | having or displaying the politeness and good manners associated especially with people of high social class |
| divine | of, relating to, or proceeding directly from God (see god |
| discretion | individual choice or judgment |
| drudgery | dull, irksome, and fatiguing work : uninspiring or menial labor |
| refurbish | to brighten or freshen up : renovate |
| chalice | a drinking cup : goblet |
| anonymity | the quality or state of being anonymous |
| penance | an act of self-abasement, mortification (see mortification |
| ornithologist | a branch of zoology dealing with birds |
| enterprising | marked by an independent energetic spirit and by readiness to act |