Discreditable: meaning, definitions and examples
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discreditable
[ dɪsˈkrɛdɪtəbl ]
in a negative context
Causing harm to one's reputation; bringing discredit or shame.
Synonyms
deplorable, disgraceful, shameful, unethical.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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discreditable |
Used when describing actions or behaviors that bring harm to someone's reputation, but not necessarily morally wrong.
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disgraceful |
Applied to actions or behaviors that cause a significant loss of honor or respect, often associated with social scandal.
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shameful |
Used to describe actions or behaviors that are so bad they cause a sense of personal or social shame.
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deplorable |
Used to describe actions or conditions that are considered both very bad and deserving of strong disapproval.
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unethical |
Used when referring to actions or behaviors that go against professional or social moral standards.
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Examples of usage
- He was involved in discreditable activities.
- The discreditable behavior of the politician was exposed.
- She was fired due to her discreditable conduct.
Translations
Translations of the word "discreditable" in other languages:
🇵🇹 desonroso
🇮🇳 अपमानजनक (apamānjanak)
🇩🇪 unehrenhaft
🇮🇩 memalukan
🇺🇦 дискредитуючий
🇵🇱 kompromitujący
🇯🇵 不名誉な (fumyou na)
🇫🇷 déshonorant
🇪🇸 deshonroso
🇹🇷 utanç verici
🇰🇷 불명예스러운 (bulmyeong-yesseuleoun)
🇸🇦 مخزي (mukhzī)
🇨🇿 nečestný
🇸🇰 nečestný
🇨🇳 不光彩的 (bùguāngcǎi de)
🇸🇮 nečasten
🇮🇸 óheiðarlegur
🇰🇿 абыройсыз
🇬🇪 სამარცხვინო (samartskhvino)
🇦🇿 biabırçı
🇲🇽 deshonroso
Etymology
The word 'discreditable' originates from the verb 'discredit', which comes from the Latin word 'discredere', meaning 'disbelieve'. It first appeared in English in the early 17th century. Over time, 'discreditable' evolved to describe actions or behaviors that bring shame or discredit to a person's reputation.
See also: accredit, credential, creditability, creditable, creditor, credits, creditworthy, discredit, uncredited.
Word Frequency Rank
At rank #25,760, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.
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- 25760 discreditable
- 25761 indict
- 25762 technocratic
- 25763 gazette
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