"Sullivan" Pronounce,Meaning And Examples

"Sullivan" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers

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"Sullivan" Meaning

The surname Sullivan is of Irish origin, derived from the Gaelic name Ó Súilleabháin, which means "descendant of Suilleabhán", Suilleabhán being the Gaelic form of the name "Summerlin". It's a common surname in Ireland and has been borne by several notable individuals, including actors and musicians.

"Sullivan" Examples

Usage Examples for "Sullivan"


1. Historical Figure

In 1929, Edith Head and Adrian made history together at the premiere of Frank Lloyd Wright's Los Angeles Flexible Spaces-King-William Ranch with fashion models Joan Bennett, Claire Luce, and Margaret Sullavan, among the attendees.

2. Last Name

Caroline J. Sullivan is a member of the National Women’s Hall of Fame and has been a devoted marriage and family therapist.

3. Given Name (Female)

Margaret Sullivan was on the US Olympic team in Mexico and also made the team for the 1936 and 1948 Olympics.

4. 1806 American Indian Suffragist

Sullivan was instrumental in starting the Women’s Executive Club of the National American Woman Suffrage Association.

5. American Archaeologist

In journalism, he was drawn to a bipartisanship newspaper in Freeport, Illinois owned by Frank Loomis, which prohibited James Sullivan from owning a stake.

"Sullivan" Similar Words

Sullage

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Wastewater generated from sinks, showers, washing machines, and other household appliances, excluding sewage.

Sullen

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Having a sullen expression or disposition, typically of a person who is displeased, sulky or sullen can mean having a sullen expression, typically as a sign of displeasure, anger, or resentment

Sullenly

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In a sullen manner, feeling or showing a sulky or sulky, often resulting from dissatisfaction or unhappiness.

Sullenness

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A sullenness is a sullen temperament characterized by a persistent and sulky attitude, often accompanied by a refusal to communicate or show emotions. It is often used to describe a state of being morose, gloomy, or irritable.<br><br>Example: "He walked out of the room with a sullenness that implied he was deeply unhappy with the outcome."

Sullevate

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To relieve or ease a situation or problem, often by making a sacrifice or showing tolerance; to mitigate or reduce the severity of something (informal).

Sulliage

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Sullage refers to wastewater that comes from household or commercial activities, such as sinks, showers, and washing machines, but is not sewage. It includes liquid waste from kitchen and laundry activities, such as:<br><br> Wastewater from sinks and dishwashers<br> Greywater from showers and baths<br> Water from washing machines<br> Cooking water<br><br>Sullage is distinct from sewage, which comes from toilets and other sanitary fixtures. Sullage often requires separate treatment due to its differences from domestic sewage.

Sullied

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Damaged or tarnished in reputation or character.

Sullies

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spoils or stains (something's) reputation or good name by implying that people associated with it are dishonest or useless.

Sully

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The word "sully" can have different meanings depending on the context.<br><br>1. To make someone or something dirty or unclean: "The muddy boot sullied the otherwise pristine white dress."<br>2. To spoil or ruin something: "The faulty timing spoiled the entire plan."<br>3. To dishonor or bring shame to: "The scandal sullied the reputation of the politician."<br>4. To cloud or obscure (light): "The pollution sullied the beauty of the clear sky."<br><br>Or in the case of Chesley Sullenberger, also known as Sully, who is a former US Air Force fighter pilot and commercial airline captain, the name "Sully" can refer to a person known for their skilled and safe flying, most notably for landing a plane on the Hudson River in 2009 after both engines failed. In this case, "Sully" is often used as a nickname to refer to him.

Sullying

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Sullied: (verb) to make or become spoiled or discredited; to ruin or tarnish something's reputation.

Sulpha

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The word "sulpha" is a variant of "sulfonamide", which is a type of antibiotic.

Sulphacetamide

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Sulphadiazine

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A sulfonamide antibacterial drug used in combination with pyrimethamine to treat and prevent toxoplasmosis, a parasitic infection. It's also used to treat urinary tract infections and certain types of bacterial infections.

Sulphadoxine

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Sulphadoxine is an anti-malarial medication that belongs to the sulfonamide class of antibiotics. It is often used in combination with pyrimethamine (an antifolate medication) to treat and prevent malaria, particularly in regions where the disease is resistant to other treatments. Sulphadoxine works by inhibiting the growth of parasites that cause malaria, gradually leading to their death and subsequent elimination from the body. It is typically used to treat uncomplicated malaria and is often given as a single dose.

Sulphamate

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Sulphamate refers to a soap-like compound that is made by reacting sulphamic acid with an alcohol.

Sulphamic

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Sulphamic means relating to or containing sulfuric acid, or to the sulfate ion. It can also refer to the chemical compound known as sulfamic acid, which is a is a crystalline solid that has the chemical formula H3NSO3. It's often used as a disinfectant or in the manufacture of other chemicals.