Sullen and Woeful

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

Usage example: sullen skies that matched our mood on the day of the funeral

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

Nearby Word: sullenly

Woeful adjective - Expressing or suggesting mourning.

Usage example: the woeful expressions of the players after the humiliating loss

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Sullen and woeful are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Sullen" instead an adjective "Woeful".

Nearby Words: woe, woefully

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