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Discredited

Verb / dɪˈskredɪtɪd / Another word for discredited — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to damage someone's reputation or cause people to stop trusting or believing in them

Synonyms & similar words

disgrace damaged dishonored discredit shamed disgraced believe disbelieve disbelieve distrust devalue dishonor defame degrade disparage undermine invalidate tarnish delegitimize smear malign vilify deflate demote deprecate belittle disprove negate

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  1. The scientist's research was discredited due to flawed methodology.
  2. The athlete's doping scandal discredited his previous achievements.
  3. The witness's conflicting statements discredited her testimony.
  4. The journalist's article discredited the company's CEO.
  5. The false rumors discredited the reputation of the small town.

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