Laughing and Sullen

Opposite meaning words

Laughing adjective - Indicative of or marked by high spirits or good humor.

Usage example: the satisfying comedy put us in a laughing mood for the rest of the evening

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Sullen is an antonym for laughing.

Nearby Words: laugh, laughable, laughter, laughed, laughingly

Sullen adjective - Causing or marked by an atmosphere lacking in cheer.

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Laughing is an antonym for sullen.

Nearby Word: sullenly

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