Sullied Meaning in English
word · lemma: sully
परिभाषा
Made dirty, stained, or damaged, especially in reputation or appearance. Often used when something pure or respected is no longer clean or honorable.
उपयोग और बारीकियां
Formal and literary word, mostly used for reputations, honor, or purity; less common for physically dirty things. Often preceded by 'a' as in 'a sullied name.' Not used for minor dirt or cleaning situations.
उदाहरण वाक्य
After the scandal, her once impeccable reputation was sullied.
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The document was sullied by coffee stains and smudges.
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His white shirt became sullied after playing in the dirt.
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The hero's name was sullied by false accusations.
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The lake was sullied by pollution from factories.
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His record is completely clean—never once has it been sullied by dishonesty.
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