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1discredit
verb dis·cred·it \(ˌ)dis-ˈkre-dət\
: to cause (someone or something) to seem dishonest or untrue
: to damage the reputation of (someone)
Full Definition of DISCREDIT
transitive verb
1
: to refuse to accept as true or accurate : disbelieve <discredit a rumor>
2
: to cause disbelief in the accuracy or authority of <a discredited theory>
3
: to deprive of good repute : disgrace <personal attacks meant to discredit his opponent>
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First Known Use of DISCREDIT
1559
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2discredit
noun
: loss of reputation or respect
Full Definition of DISCREDIT
1
: loss of credit or reputation <I knew stories to the discredit of England — W. B. Yeats>
2
: lack or loss of belief or confidence : doubt <contradictions cast discredit on his testimony>
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First Known Use of DISCREDIT
1565
DISCREDIT Defined for Kids
1discredit
verb dis·cred·it \dis-ˈkre-dət\
dis·cred·it·eddis·cred·it·ing
Definition of DISCREDIT for Kids
1
: to cause to seem dishonest or untrue <discredit a report>
2
: to harm the reputation of <The candidates tried to discredit each other.>
2discredit
noun
Definition of DISCREDIT for Kids
: loss of good name or respect <His behavior brought discredit on the family.>
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