discredit meaning and definition

DISCREDIT noun

Definition of discredit (noun)

1. the state of being held in low esteem
   • "your actions will bring discredit to your name"; "because of the scandal the school has fallen into disrepute"
   • synonyms: disrepute
   • antonym: reputation

DISCREDIT verb

Definition of discredit (verb)

1. cause to be distrusted or disbelieved
   • "The paper discredited the politician with its nasty commentary"
2. damage the reputation of
   • "This newspaper story discredits the politicians"
   • synonyms: disgrace
3. reject as false; refuse to accept
   • synonyms: disbelieve
   • antonym: believe