Meaning of the word sully in English
What does sully mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
sully
US /ˈsʌl.i/
UK /ˈsʌl.i/
Verb
to damage the purity or integrity of; to defile or tarnish
Example:
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The scandal threatened to sully his reputation.
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I wouldn't want to sully my hands with such a dirty business.