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reputation Antonyms
Opposite of reputation
Pinning down the opposite of reputation requires matching its exact sense, so the antonyms and opposite words below are paired with a clear noun definition and ranked by contrast strength.
• noun (Context 1)
The state of being held in high esteem or favorable regard by the public; good name or distinction.
Usage Example
"An ethical scandal of that magnitude could ruin a company's hard-won disrepute overnight."
Strongest
disrepute
infamy
notoriety
Strong
disgrace
dishonor
ignominy
opprobrium
obscurity
Similar words to reputation
Words similar to reputation shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:
prestige
name
renown
standing
esteem
distinction
status
character
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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Reputation. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/reputation