disrepute

American

[dis-ri-pyoot] / ˌdɪs rɪˈpyut /

noun

bad repute; low regard; disfavor (usually preceded by in orinto ).

Some literary theories have fallen into disrepute.

Synonyms:

disgrace , disfavor

disrepute British

/ ˌdɪsrɪˈpjuːt /

noun

a loss or lack of credit or repute

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Etymology

Origin of disrepute

First recorded in 1645–55; dis- ¹ + repute

Example Sentences

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They concluded she was guilty of unacceptable professional conduct and of bringing the profession into disrepute.

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Labour MP Fleur Anderson asked whether Lord Mandelson's interview specifically included the opportunity to share "anything that could bring the government into disrepute".

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Reform UK has since kicked five councillors out for bringing the party into "disrepute" and displaying a "lack of integrity".

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Linden Kemkaran was speaking after five of her colleagues were expelled for bringing the party into disrepute.

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Two suspended Reform UK county councillors have been expelled from the party for bringing it into "disrepute".

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