disrepute

[dɪsˈrɛpjʊt]

disrepute Definition

• 1. the state of being held in low esteem by the public
• 2. loss or lack of reputation or respectability

Using disrepute: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "disrepute" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The company's disrepute grew after the scandal.

• Example

  His actions brought disrepute to his family name.

• Example

  The politician's disrepute led to his resignation.

disrepute Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for disrepute

• dishonor
• disgrace
• infamy
• notoriety
• shame

Antonyms for disrepute

• honor
• respectability

Phrases with disrepute

• in disrepute

  regarded as being of a low standard or quality

  Example

  The school's reputation is in disrepute due to the recent cheating scandal.

• fall into disrepute

  to lose one's good reputation or standing

  Example

  The once-respected charity fell into disrepute after allegations of fraud and mismanagement.

• bring into disrepute

  to damage or harm someone or something's reputation

  Example

  The athlete's behavior brought the entire team into disrepute.

Origins of disrepute

from Old French 'desreputer', meaning 'discredit'

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Summary: disrepute in Brief

'Disrepute' [dɪsˈrɛpjʊt] refers to the state of being held in low esteem by the public, often due to a loss or lack of reputation or respectability. It can be used to describe people, organizations, or actions, as in 'The company's disrepute grew after the scandal.' The phrase 'in disrepute' denotes something regarded as being of low quality, while 'fall into disrepute' means to lose one's good reputation or standing.