miscredit
/mɪsˈkrɛdɪt/Definitions
1. verb
to give a false or unfair impression of someone or something as being unworthy of trust or respect
“The media miscredited the company’s efforts to improve its environmental record.”
2. noun
the act of giving a false or unfair impression of someone or something as being unworthy of trust or respect
“The scandal led to a lot of miscredit for the politician’s reputation.”
3. noun
a false or unfair impression of someone or something as being unworthy of trust or respect
“The miscredit that surrounded the new product launch was a major obstacle to its success.”