What is another word for Sullies?

Pronunciation: [sˈʌliz] (IPA)

Sullies means to tarnish or stain the reputation or purity of something. Synonyms for the word include besmirch, defile, taint, blacken, soil, blot, spoil, contaminate, pollute and mar. Each of these words describes the act of damaging something's integrity or cleanliness, whether it be a reputation, a character, a relationship or a physical object. Sullies can refer to an action that is intentional or accidental, but the result is always unsavory. When someone or something sullies another person or thing, it can lead to a loss of trust, respect and admiration, making it important to choose one's words and actions carefully.

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What are the hypernyms for Sullies?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Sullies

That she has returned the Emperor Charles love for love by no means Sullies her plumage.
"The Complete Historical Romances of Georg Ebers"
Georg Ebers
"It is very uncomfortable and wrong, and it Sullies the conscience.
"Girls of the Forest"
L. T. Meade
This man would tarnish the background of history; he absolutely Sullies its foreground.
"Napoleon the Little"
Victor Hugo

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