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

1.

to spoil something that is pure or someone's perfect reputation:

Example:
His reputation, he said, had been unfairly sullied by half-truths and innuendos.
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