Meaning of discredited in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Classifying Adjective
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /dɪsˈkrɛdədəd/

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  1. Classifying Adjective

    discredited

    Definitions

    1. being unjustly brought into disrepute

    Examples

    • « a discredited politician »
    • « her damaged reputation »

    Synonyms

  2. 2. suffering shame

    Synonyms

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