Downhearted
Downhearted adjective - Feeling unhappiness.
Usage example: downhearted because his best friend was taking a job out of state
Sullen and downhearted are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Sullen" instead an adjective "Downhearted".
Sullen
Sullen adjective - Causing or marked by an atmosphere lacking in cheer.
Downhearted and sullen are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Downhearted" instead an adjective "Sullen".
Nearby Word: sullenly
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