건축물, 암석 또는 제방 등의 토대나 밑부분을 파거나 침식시켜 구조를 약화시키다.
To erode the base or foundation of a structure or rock formation, making it unstable.
예문:
"The continuous flow of water undermined the stability of the river bank."
"Floods had undermined the foundations of the historic bridge."
권위, 자신감, 또는 계획 등의 효력이나 힘을 서서히 또는 은밀하게 약화시키다.
To lessen the effectiveness, power, or ability of someone or something, especially in a gradual or insidious way.
예문:
"The manager's constant criticism served to undermine the team's morale."
"Lack of adequate funding will undermine the success of the new project."
비열한 수단이나 간접적인 방법을 동원하여 타인의 평판이나 지위를 몰래 훼손하다.
To damage or weaken a person's reputation or standing through underhanded or secret activities.
예문:
"The rival candidate attempted to undermine her reputation with false rumors."
"He felt that his colleagues were trying to undermine his position in the company."