How to pronounce discredit
discredit
verb, noun
How to pronounce discredit?
The word discredit sounds like dis-cred-it
/dɪs'krɛdɪt/
What is the definition of discredit?
verbreject as false; refuse to accept
nounthe state of being held in low esteem
Examples
- your actions will bring discredit to your name
verbdamage the reputation of
Examples
- This newspaper story discredits the politicians
verbcause to be distrusted or disbelieved
Examples
- The paper discredited the politician with its nasty commentary
What is the definition of discredit?
- Discredit is verb that means to harm the reputation or credibility of someone or something.
What are synonyms of discredit?
- disgrace
- dishonor
- tarnish
- smear
- defame
What are antonyms of discredit?
- credit
- honor
- praise
- endorse
- support
How do you use discredit in a sentence?
- He tried to discredit his opponent with false accusations.
- The report serves to discredit the previous findings.
What part of speech is discredit?
- Discredit is a verb.
What is the origin of the word discredit?
- The word discredit originated from the Old French word 'descredit', meaning 'lack of belief or confidence'. It is formed from the prefix 'des-' and the word 'credit'.
What is the related noun form of discredit?
- The related noun form of discredit is 'discreditation'.
What is the related adjective form of discredit?
- The related adjective form of discredit is 'discreditable'.
What is a common collocation of discredit?
- A common collocation of discredit is 'attempt to discredit'.
- Example: They made a deliberate attempt to discredit her work.
What is a commonly used phrase with discredit?
- A commonly used phrase with discredit is 'cast doubt on'.
- Example: The evidence cast doubt on the credibility of the witness.
