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Definition of Disrepute
1. Noun. The state of being held in low esteem. "Because of the scandal the school has fallen into disrepute"
Exact synonyms: Discredit
Specialized synonyms: Infamy
Generic synonyms: Dishonor, Dishonour
Derivative terms: Discredit, Discredit
Antonyms: Repute
Specialized synonyms: Infamy
Generic synonyms: Dishonor, Dishonour
Derivative terms: Discredit, Discredit
Antonyms: Repute
Definition of Disrepute
1. n. Loss or want of reputation; ill character; disesteem; discredit.
2. v. t. To bring into disreputation; to hold in dishonor.
Definition of Disrepute
1. Noun. Loss or want of reputation; ill character; disesteem; discredit. ¹
2. Verb. To bring into disreputation; to hold in dishonor. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Disrepute
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Medical Definition of Disrepute
1. Loss or want of reputation; ill character; disesteem; discredit. "At the beginning of the eighteenth century astrology fell into general disrepute." (Sir W. Scott) Synonym: Disesteem, discredit, dishonor, disgrace. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)