Meaning Of The Word Discredit

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What's The Definition Of Discredit?

discredit
verb: To discredit an idea or evidence means to make it appear false or not certain.
verb: To discredit someone or something means to cause them to lose people's respect or trust.

discredit in American English
to reject as untrue; disbelieve
noun: loss or lack of belief or confidence; disbelief; distrust
transitive verb: to injure the credit or reputation of; defame

discredit in British English
to damage the reputation of
noun: a person, thing, or state of affairs that causes disgrace

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