adjective
disreputable
dihs-REHP-yuu-tuh-buhl
Disreputable (adjective) means having a bad reputation; not respectable or trustworthy. Example: “The area was once known for its disreputable bars and back-alley dealings.”
adjective
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Having a bad reputation; not respectable or trustworthy.
"The area was once known for its disreputable bars and back-alley dealings."
How to use disreputable
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishKnown for being dishonest, shady, or lacking a good reputation.
Common pairings
disreputable business
disreputable character
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Word forms
- Plural
- disreputables
- Comparative
- more disreputable
- Superlative
- most disreputable
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Etymology
From dis- + reputable, the opposite of having a good reputation.
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What does “disreputable” mean?
The word “disreputable” means having a bad reputation; not respectable or trustworthy. In plain terms, known for being dishonest, shady, or lacking a good reputation.
How do you pronounce “disreputable”?
“Disreputable” is pronounced dihs-REHP-yuu-tuh-buhl (/dɪsˈɹɛpjʊtəbəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “disreputable” in a sentence?
Here is “disreputable” used in a sentence: “The area was once known for its disreputable bars and back-alley dealings.”
What part of speech is “disreputable”?
“Disreputable” is an adjective.
