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undermining
This term describes a process of erosion, whether physical or psychological. It suggests a stealthy, incremental degradation rather than a sudden collapse. When applied to people or authority, it often implies a subversive or deceptive intent, where the target is weakened without their immediate awareness.
As a noun, it functions as a gerund describing the action of weakening. As an adjective, it characterizes the nature of an influence or effect. It is frequently used in professional or political contexts to describe the subtle sabotage of a colleague's reputation or the gradual loss of a policy's effectiveness.
Meanings
Examples
Constant criticism is undermining her self-confidence.
絶え間ない批判が彼女の自信を損なわせている。
同僚たちが自分のプロジェクトリーダーとしての取り組みを妨害しているのではないかと彼は疑った。
この新しい方針は我が社の企業文化の核心を揺るがしていると感じる。
The foundation was compromised by the undermining effect of the floodwaters.
洪水による浸食の影響で基礎が損なわれた。