disreputable

Pronunciation: /dɪsˈɹɛpjʊtəbəl/

Reading level: hard

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. adjective lacking respectability in character or behavior or appearance

Etymology

From dis- + reputable.

In classic literature

Semantic network

Similar
ill-famed, seamy, discredited, discreditable
Opposite (antonyms)
reputable

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