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sulkiest

sulkiest is the superlative form of sulky.

Meaning of sulky

Adjective

sulky (comparative sulkier, superlative sulkiest)

  1. (derogatory, often) silent and withdrawn after being upset
    • the sulky child
    Synonyms:
    sullen, morose

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Questions about sulkiest

What is sulkiest the superlative form of?
Sulkiest is the superlative form of sulky.

Words near sulkiest in the dictionary

  1. sulkey
  2. sulkeys
  3. sulkie
  4. sulkier
  5. sulkies
  6. sulkiest
  7. sulkily
  8. sulkiness
  9. sulkinesses
  10. sulking
  11. sulkingly

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