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disrepute (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˌdɪsrɪˈpjuːt/

The state of being held in low esteem by the public; a loss or lack of good reputation.

The company's unethical practices brought it into widespread disrepute.
After the cheating scandal, the athlete's name fell into deep disrepute.
He worked hard to restore his family's name, which had fallen into disrepute years ago.

in disrepute (prepositional phrase): In a state of having a bad reputation. — "The former leader's legacy remains in disrepute."
into disrepute (prepositional phrase): Moving towards or achieving a state of bad reputation. — "The scandal brought the entire institution into disrepute."

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