GRE Word List
SULLY
to make soiled or tarnished : defile
The meaning of the word sully is to make soiled or tarnished : defile.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| cumbersome | unwieldy because of heaviness and bulk |
| impolitic | not politic : unwise |
| satirical | of, relating to, or constituting satire |
| negligible | so small or unimportant or of so little consequence as to warrant little or no attention : trifling |
| cunning | dexterous or crafty in the use of special resources (such as skill or knowledge) or in attaining an end |
| cuisine | manner of preparing food : style of cooking |
| slap | to strike sharply with or as if with the open hand |
| abet | to actively second and encourage (something, such as an activity or plan) |
| detraction | a lessening of reputation or esteem especially by envious, malicious, or petty criticism : belittling |
| catholic | roman catholic |