undermine
英 /ˌʌndəˈmaɪn/
中文釋義
v. 1. 損毀…的地基 2. 削弱 3. 逐漸摧毀
To weaken or damage something gradually, often in a sneaky way.
常用搭配
- undermine confidence動搖信心
- undermine authority削弱權威
- undermine the effort破壞努力
例句
- Constant criticism can really undermine a kid's confidence.不停的批評會嚴重打擊孩子的自信。
- Leaking the figures early could undermine the entire negotiation.提前泄露數據可能會破壞整個談判。
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