Sulkiness: meaning, definitions and examples

Sulkiness describes a silent, bad mood marked by refusing to interact normally with others, often as a result of being upset or annoyed. It usually implies a childish or petty attitude.

• After losing the game, he sat in sulkiness, avoiding his teammates.
• Her sulkiness was evident when she didn't speak a word during dinner.

Moodiness encompasses fluctuating emotions or frequent changes in mood, often without clear reasons. It can describe someone who is unpredictable in their emotional state.

• His moodiness made it difficult to know how he would react from one moment to the next.
• Teenagers are often known for their moodiness.

Gloominess refers to a state of being sad, dark, or depressed. It can describe both a person's mood and the environment or weather. It has a broader and more general sense of sadness compared to other words.

• The gloominess of the rainy day made everyone feel a bit down.
• There was a sense of gloominess in the office after the layoffs were announced.

Resentfulness conveys a feeling of bitterness or lingering anger about past wrongs or grievances. It is often directed at a specific person or situation.

• His resentfulness toward his boss grew after he didn't get the promotion.
• She spoke with resentfulness about her childhood troubles.