- present participle of discredit.
discrediting
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Golden Dawn made a sensational entry into parliament in 2012, in a climate of social distress linked to the financial crisis in Greece, loss of trust in institutions and discrediting of the main political parties.
From Barron's ● Sep. 15, 2026
“Lavagna helped Milei and Caputo for two years by delaying the change, paying the price of discrediting both himself and the institute,” Exquanti said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 5, 2026
Chechen officials have consistently denied these allegations, complaining of fabrications aimed at discrediting the region.
From BBC ● Nov. 22, 2025
In her claim, Crowley alleges Bass and her subordinates have conducted a “public smear campaign aimed at discrediting Crowley’s character and decades of service,” following her dismissal.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 20, 2025
“A guy who was really good at discrediting his opponent.”
From "The Benefits of Being an Octopus" by Ann Braden
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