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Disrepute Definition & Meaning

disrepute
noun
  1. the state of being held in low esteem; "your actions will bring discredit to your name"; "because of the scandal the school has fallen into disrepute"

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What does disrepute mean?
the state of being held in low esteem; "your actions will bring discredit to your name"; "because of the scandal the school has fallen into disrepute"
What part of speech is disrepute?
Disrepute is a noun.

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