misrepute

/mɪzˈriːpyuːt/

Definitions

1. noun

The state of being disreputable or having a bad reputation.

“The company’s misrepute made it difficult to find new investors.”

2. verb

To cause someone or something to lose their good reputation.

“The scandal misreputed the politician’s long-standing public service.”

Synonyms

  • badreputation
  • disrepute
  • illrepute

Antonyms

  • goodreputation
  • respect