in disrepute

Frequency: 7.28.1 per million words

in a state of having lost respect or a good reputation.

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Examples (10)

  • This theory is now in disrepute.
  • The entire political party was held in disrepute after the scandal.
  • Once widely accepted, his research methods are now in disrepute.
  • The company found itself in disrepute due to its unethical labor practices.
  • For a long time, the sport was in disrepute because of widespread doping allegations.
  • After his conviction, the former mayor lived the rest of his life in disrepute.
  • If we continue down this path, our organization will soon be in disrepute.
  • Certain artistic styles were in disrepute during that era, only to be celebrated later.
  • Any lawyer engaging in such behavior would be held in disrepute by the legal community.
  • The practice, once common, is now largely in disrepute.