definition of
discredit

[1] #1 discredit n. [disrepute] the state of being held in low esteem; "your actions will bring discredit to your name"; "because of the scandal the school has fallen into disrepute". wn

[2] #2 discredit v. cause to be distrusted or disbelieved; "The paper discredited the politician with its nasty commentary". wn

[3] #3 discredit v. [disgrace] damage the reputation of; "This newspaper story discredits the politicians". wn

[4] #4 discredit v. [disbelieve] reject as false; refuse to accept. wn