Disreputably: meaning, definitions and examples

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disreputably

[ ˌdɪsˈrepjʊtəbli ]

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used to describe actions or behavior

In a way that brings disrespect or disrepute; in a manner that damages one's reputation.

Synonyms

disgracefully, dishonorably, shamefully

Examples of usage

He behaved disreputably at the party, causing many guests to feel uncomfortable.
She was disreputably dressed for the formal event, attracting disapproving glances from the other attendees.

Translations

Translations of the word "disreputably" in other languages:

🇵🇹 desonrosamente

🇮🇳 बदनामी से

🇩🇪 rufsüchtig

🇮🇩 secara memalukan

🇺🇦 безславно

🇵🇱 niesławnie

🇯🇵 不名誉に

🇫🇷 de manière déshonorante

🇪🇸 deshonrosamente

🇹🇷 rezil bir şekilde

🇰🇷 불명예스럽게

🇸🇦 بشكل مشين

🇨🇿 nečestně

🇸🇰 hanebne

🇨🇳 不光彩地

🇸🇮 sramotno

🇮🇸 óheiðarlega

🇰🇿 даңқсыз

🇬🇪 უსახელოდ

🇦🇿 şərəfsizcə

🇲🇽 deshonrosamente

Word origin

The word 'disreputably' originated from the combination of 'dis-' meaning 'opposite of' or 'not' and 'reputable' meaning 'having a good reputation'. It first appeared in the English language in the mid-17th century. Over time, 'disreputably' has been used to describe actions or behavior that bring disrespect or damage one's reputation.