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disreputable Synonyms
Another word for disreputable
Choosing another word for disreputable depends on context, so the 19 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• adjective (Context 1)
Not considered to be respectable in character, conduct, or reputation; having a bad name or standing.
Usage Example
"The regulatory agency shut down several dishonorable lenders that were preying on vulnerable homeowners."
Strongest
dishonorable
shady
Strong
discreditable
unscrupulous
infamous
notorious
unsavory
questionable
ignominious
shameful
• adjective (Context 2)
Shabby, worn, or untidy in physical appearance to the point of looking undignified.
Usage Example
"After hiking through the rain for three days, he arrived at the lodge wearing a shabby old coat."
Strongest
shabby
Strong
tatty
scruffy
seedy
threadbare
ragged
bedraggled
run-down
seedily
Opposites of disreputable
The opposite of disreputable shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
reputable
presentable
respectable
honorable
neat
trustworthy
upstanding
dapper
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Disreputable. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/disreputable