discredit
noun
UK/dɪˈskred.ɪt/
US/dɪˈskred.ɪt/
Definitions of discredit noun
- Uncountable
The state of being dishonored or having a damaged reputation.
The company's recent scandal has brought discredit to the entire industry.
His dishonest actions brought discredit upon himself and lost him everyone's trust.
The politician's behavior has brought discredit to his entire political party.
verb
UK/dɪˈskred.ɪt/
US/dɪˈskred.ɪt/
Definitions of discredit verb
- Transitive
To harm the reputation of someone or something; to make people doubt or distrust.
The fake news tried to discredit the reputation of the candidate.
His lies eventually discredited his testimony.
The scientist attempted to discredit the old theories to prove he was right.