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Meaning of word discredit from English dictionary with examples, synonyms and antonyms.

discredit   noun

Meaning : The state of being held in low esteem.

Example : Your actions will bring discredit to your name.
Because of the scandal the school has fallen into disrepute.

Synonyms : disrepute

The state of being held in high esteem and honor.

reputation, repute

discredit   verb

Meaning : Cause to be distrusted or disbelieved.

Example : The paper discredited the politician with its nasty commentary.

Meaning : Damage the reputation of.

Example : This newspaper story discredits the politicians.

Synonyms : disgrace

Meaning : Reject as false. Refuse to accept.

Synonyms : disbelieve

Accept as true. Take to be true.

I believed his report.
We didn't believe his stories from the War.
She believes in spirits.
believe