disrepute
UK: ˌdɪsrɪˈpjuːt | US: ˌdɪsrɪˈpjuːt
n. the state of being held in low esteem; loss of reputation or respect.
The word "disrepute" combines the prefix "dis-" (from Latin, meaning "opposite" or "absence of") with "repute" (from Latin reputare, meaning "to reckon" or "reputation"). The prefix "dis-" negates or reverses the meaning of "repute," transforming it from a state of good standing to one of dishonor or low esteem. Historically, "repute" evolved through Old French (reputer) and Latin (reputare), while "dis-" has been a productive prefix in English for forming negative or reversing terms. The fusion of these morphemes logically conveys the concept of a damaged or lost reputation.
The scandal brought the company into disrepute.
His actions have fallen into disrepute among his peers.
The practice is now held in disrepute by modern scientists.
She feared her family name would be in disrepute after the incident.
The politician’s lies dragged his career into disrepute.