in disrepute

dis·re·pute

[dis-ri-pyoot]
noun
bad repute; low regard; disfavor (usually preceded by in or into ): Some literary theories have fallen into disrepute.

Origin:
1645–55; dis-1 + repute


disfavor, disgrace.
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disrepute (ˌdɪsrɪˈpjuːt) [Click for IPA pronunciation guide]
 
n
a loss or lack of credit or repute

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In disrepute is always a great word to know.
So is callithumpian. Does it mean:
a children's mummer's parade, as on the Fourth of July, with prizes for the best costumes.
a fool or simpleton; ninny.
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disrepute
1660s, from dis- + repute.
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