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discredit

/dɪs'krɛdɪt/

Synonyms of discredit Antonyms of discredit Examples of discredit Usage of discredit Parts of discredit Definition that contains discredit Words sounding like discredit Explanation of discredit

verb
reject as false; refuse to accept
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disbelieve

type of:
reject
noun
the state of being held in low esteem
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"your actions will bring discredit to your name"

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disrepute

type of:
dishonour dishonor
verb
damage the reputation of
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"This newspaper story discredits the politicians"

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disgrace

type of:
belittle pick at disparage
verb
cause to be distrusted or disbelieved
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"The paper discredited the politician with its nasty commentary"

type of:
push aside ignore brush off discount dismiss disregard brush aside

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