To damage in reputation; disgrace: a report on corruption that discredited the mayor. 2. To cause to be doubted or distrusted: new scientific evidence that discredits earlier theories. 3. To refuse to believe: discredit a story as mere gossip. n. 1. Loss of respect or damage to one's reputation: an incident that brought discredit on the school. 2. More @Wikipedia
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