Pouty (adjective)

Sulky or sullen, particularly in regards to one's facial expression.

Origin:

Pouty is an informal word that has been used to describe someone who is sulky or sullen, particularly in regards to their facial expression. the word may have originated from the action of pouting, which is when someone pushes out their lips in a sulky or sullen manner.

Examples:

  1. He had a pouty expression on his face because he didn't get his way.
  2. She had a pouty look on her face when she was told she couldn't go to the party.
  3. The pouty child stomped his feet and crossed his arms in protest.
  4. The pouty teenager refused to talk to her parents.
  5. He had a pouty look on his face when he was told he couldn't play video games all day.
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