Meaning of discredit

(noun) the state of being held in low esteem; "your actions will bring discredit to your name"; "because of the scandal the school has fallen into disrepute"

(verb) cause to be distrusted or disbelieved; "The paper discredited the politician with its nasty commentary"

damage the reputation of; "This newspaper story discredits the politicians"

reject as false; refuse to accept