Main entry: discredit, disrepute
Definition: the state of being held in low esteem
Usage: your actions will bring discredit to your name; because of the scandal the school has fallen into disrepute
Main entry: disbelieve, discredit
Definition: reject as false; refuse to accept
Main entry: discredit
Definition: cause to be distrusted or disbelieved
Usage: The paper discredited the politician with its nasty commentary
Main entry: discredit, disgrace
Definition: damage the reputation of
Usage: This newspaper story discredits the politicians