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Sullivan

Noun / ˈsʌlʌvʌn / / ˈsʌlɪvʌn / Another word for sullivan — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Sullivan is a surname of Irish origin meaning 'hawk-eyed' or 'little dark one'. It can also refer to the name of a town or county in various states in the United States.

Synonyms & similar words

Sully O'Sullivan Sullavan Sullevan Sullavan Sulivan Sullevane Sullevann Sulliven Sullivane Sullivann Sullivant Sulliven Sullivin Sullivon Sulivan Sullavan Sullevin Sullivin Sullavon

Common collocations

  • Sullivan's Travels
  • Sullivan's Law
  • Sullivan's Island
  • Sullivan's Hotel
  • Sullivan's Pond
  • Sullivan's Steakhouse
  • Sullivan's Castle

Word family

noun Sullivan

Usage note

Sullivan is primarily used as a proper noun, most famously as a surname. It does not have common antonyms or synonyms as a general vocabulary word.

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Example sentences

  1. Mr. Sullivan is the principal of our school.
  2. I met a girl named Sullivan at the park.
  3. The Sullivans are coming over for dinner tonight.
  4. My favorite teacher's last name is Sullivan.
  5. Sullivan County is located in New York state.

Quotes

  • 'All I ever wanted to do was play football', - John L. Sullivan
  • 'I can lick any son-of-a-bitch in the house', - John L. Sullivan
  • 'I am not a has-been. I am a will be', - Lauren Bacall

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