undermines

[US]/ˌʌndəˈmaɪnz/
[UK]/ˌʌndərˈmaɪnz/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.to dig a hole or tunnel under something; to erode the foundation of something; to secretly damage or destroy; to weaken gradually

Phrases & Collocations

undermines trust

undermines authority

undermines confidence

undermines stability

undermines progress

undermines performance

undermines credibility

undermines efforts

undermines relationships

undermines security

Example Sentences

the constant criticism undermines her confidence.

his actions undermine the team's efforts.

a lack of transparency undermines trust.

this policy undermines the progress we've made.

spreading false information undermines public safety.

ignoring feedback undermines the improvement process.

his behavior undermines the authority of the manager.

disrespecting colleagues undermines workplace harmony.

economic instability undermines investor confidence.

overregulation often undermines innovation.

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