1. the action of causing someone or something to lose credibility or respect
Usage: gerund form

1. present participle of discredit; causing someone or something to lose credibility or respect
Usage: present participle form

Examples

• The scandal is discrediting the entire organization.
• His constant lies are discrediting his reputation as a journalist.
• The discrediting of the witness weakened the prosecution’s case.
• She accused her opponent of discrediting her research without proper evidence.
• The discrediting of traditional methods led to new approaches.
• They focused on discrediting the opposing theory rather than proving their own.
• The systematic discrediting of experts has become a concerning trend.