Definition of Discredit
Discredit
dis·cred·it
Definition/Meaning
(verb)
To damage or destroy someone's reputation or credibility.
e.g. The scandalous behavior discredited the politician in the eyes of the public.
(verb)
to disgrace something or someone and damage their good reputation;
e.g. Despite all of their attempts to discredit her, she remained very popular.
(noun)
a lack or loss of esteem or reputation;
e.g. Their allegations brought discredit on her career.
(noun)
a lack or loss of trust, confidence, or belief in something;
e.g. They looked upon him with discredit as a result of his mistake.
(noun)
someone or something that brings disgrace to some entity;
e.g. Her actions are a discredit to what this organization stands for.
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