Dictionary Check: discredit
"discredit" is a valid word!
Scrabble
13
points
Words with Friends
14
points
Definition
noun
the state of being held in low esteem
Example:
"your actions will bring discredit to your name"
verb
cause to be distrusted or disbelieved
Example:
"The paper discredited the politician with its nasty commentary"
verb
damage the reputation of
Example:
"This newspaper story discredits the politicians"
verb
reject as false; refuse to accept
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