Disrepute
(noun)
- A state of being held in low esteem or bad reputation.
- The state of being dishonored or discredited.
Origin:
Late 16th century: from dis- (expressing reversal) + repute.
Examples:
- The company fell into disrepute after the scandal broke.
- The politician's career was ruined by the scandal, which brought him into disrepute.
- The once-respected organization fell into disrepute due to financial mismanagement.
- The school was in disrepute due to the actions of its students.
- The family name was brought into disrepute by the actions of the son.