How to Pronounce "sullied"
word
ˈsəɫid
SUH-leed
sˈʌlid
SUL-leed
Definition
Made dirty, stained, or damaged, especially in reputation or appearance. Often used when something pure or respected is no longer clean or honorable.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsəɫid
British English
sˈʌlid
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SUH-leed
UK
SUL-leed
Listen in Context
After the scandal, her once impeccable reputation was sullied.
The document was sullied by coffee stains and smudges.
His white shirt became sullied after playing in the dirt.
The hero's name was sullied by false accusations.