discredited
4 synonyms and 1 antonym for discredited, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — No longer believed to be true, honest, or reliable.
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Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
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How to use discredited
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
thoroughly discredited
a discredited claim
Frequently asked questions
What does “discredited” mean?
The word “discredited” means no longer believed to be true, honest, or reliable. In plain terms, proven unreliable or untrustworthy, so no longer taken seriously.
How do you use “discredited” in a sentence?
Here is “discredited” used in a sentence: “The once-popular theory is now widely discredited among scientists.”
What part of speech is “discredited”?
“Discredited” is an adjective.
Is “discredited” a common word?
“Discredited” is an uncommon word in modern English.
