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discredit

noun verb

the state of being held in low esteem

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Word length
9
Starts with
D
Ends with
T
Contains
IS
Scrabble score
13
Database source
OEWN 2025 Core

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noun

  1. the state of being held in low esteem

    “your actions will bring discredit to your name”

verb

  1. reject as false; refuse to accept

verb

  1. cause to be distrusted or disbelieved

    “The paper discredited the politician with its nasty commentary”

verb

  1. damage the reputation of

    “This newspaper story discredits the politicians”

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Example Sentences

your actions will bring discredit to your name
because of the scandal, the school has fallen into disrepute
The paper discredited the politician with its nasty commentary
This newspaper story discredits the politicians

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