Word: Undermine
How to pronounce: ʌndəˈmaɪn
Transitive verb
Definitions:
1. Erode the base or foundation of (a rock formation)
Example sentences: "The flow of water had undermined pillars supporting the roof"
2. Lessen the effectiveness, power, or ability of, especially gradually or insidiously.
Example sentences: "This could undermine years of hard work"
Synonyms:
undercut
impair
erode
disrupt
subvert
detonate
shatter
wash away
weaken
counteract
compromise
sabotage
Antonyms:
exacerbate
aggravate
reinforce
strengthen
deepen
increase
strain
Derivations:
undermining
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Undermine in Other Languages...
Spanish: Socavar
German: Untergraben
French: Saper
Italian: Minare
Turkish: Zayıflatmak
