Synonyms for Sully

Definition of sully

noun
  1. United States painter (born in England) of portraits and historical scenes (1783-1872)
  2. French statesman (1560-1641)
verb
  1. place under suspicion or cast doubt upon; "sully someone's reputation"

14 synonyms found

Writing tips for "sully"

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"Sully" in song lyrics

See how sully is used in real songs:

  • "definition sully"
    AOL — AOL
  • "kit weyman sam sully"
    AOL — AOL

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