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discredit

verb, noun

/dɪsˈkrɛdɪt/

Meaning

To harm the reputation of someone or something; loss of respect or credibility.

The scandal discredited the politician in the eyes of the public.

bring into discredit

dishonor, disgrace, defame, undermine, disrepute

credit, honor, respect

discredit theory, discredit evidence, bring discredit, discredit witness

verb: to feel or show fear; noun: a small, short-tailed bird

to react angrily or defensively; a short stiff hair or fiber

to investigate thoroughly; a device used for exploration or examination

To move air, or to send out a stream of air from the mouth.

To hit someone or something with the palm of the hand.

to carry, endure, or give birth to; also refers to a large wild animal