discrediting

Definitions

The act of causing someone or something to seem false, unreliable, or unworthy of belief.

The process of damaging the reputation or good name of a person or organization.

Examples

The politician spent the entire campaign discrediting his opponent's record.

She was accused of discrediting the scientific study without providing any evidence to the contrary.

The defense attorney focused on discrediting the witness by highlighting inconsistencies in her testimony.

Synonyms

debunking denigrating defaming disparaging belittling slandering vilifying

Antonyms

validating vindicating supporting endorsing praising confirming upholding