undermine
Definition
- v. destroy property or hinder normal operations
- v. hollow out as if making a cave or opening
Word forms
- Past participle
- undermined
- Present participle
- undermining
- Third person singular
- undermines
- Past tense
- undermined
Example sentences
vt.
The constant criticism from his peers began to undermine his confidence.
法
The evidence showed that someone was trying to undermine the company's reputation.