discredit 1
noundomain: state
Princeton WordNet [ver.3.1]
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EnglishDefinition
the state of being held in low esteem
Examples
- 1.because of the scandal the school has fallen into disrepute
- 2.your actions will bring discredit to your name
Hypernym
dishonor 1
noun
a state of shame or disgrace
EnglishDerivationally related form
discredit 1
verb
cause to be distrusted or disbelieved
discredit 2
verb
damage the reputation of
Hyponym
infamy 2
noun
evil fame or public reputation
