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Definition of: discredit
(dis·kred′it) v.t.
1. To disbelieve.
2. To injure the credit or reputation of; dishonor.
3. To show to be unworthy of belief or confidence.
—noun
1. The act of discrediting.
2. The state of being discredited or disbelieved.
3. Lack of credit; impaired reputation; dishonor. See synonyms under ABASE, DISPARAGE.
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