Sullen and Waspish

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Sullen adjective - Given to or displaying a resentful silence and often irritability.

Usage example: sullen and bored at his in-laws' house, he couldn't wait for the holidays to end

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Waspish and sullen are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Waspish" instead an adjective "Sullen".

Nearby Word: sullenly

Waspish adjective - Easily irritated or annoyed.

Usage example: extremely waspish, she uses her wit viciously when irritated

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Sullen and waspish are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Sullen" instead an adjective "Waspish".

Nearby Word: wasp

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Waspish and Sullen. (2016). Retrieved 2026, July 29, from https://thesaurus.plus/related/sullen/waspish

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