disesteem

Word parts

dis- + esteem

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /ˌdɪsəˈstiːm/

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Noun

Singular disesteem

Plural none

1. Disesteem is the lack of reputation or esteem.
   • Synonyms: disrepute and discredit

Verb

Plain form disesteem

Third-person singular disesteems

Past tense disesteemed

Past participle disesteemed

Present participle disesteeming

1. If someone is being disesteemed, people have a low opinion of them and they are considered worthless.