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undermining

[ˌʌndərˈmaɪnɪŋ]

undermining Definition

  • 1the act of weakening or damaging something, especially someone's position of power or confidence
  • 2the act of digging tunnels or passages under something, such as a fortress or a city wall, in order to weaken or destroy it

Using undermining: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "undermining" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The constant criticism is undermining her confidence.

  • Example

    The rebels were accused of undermining the government's authority.

  • Example

    The river has been slowly undermining the foundations of the bridge.

  • Example

    The miners were tasked with undermining the enemy fortifications.

undermining Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for undermining

Antonyms for undermining

Phrases with undermining

  • undermining tactics

    methods used to weaken or damage something, especially someone's position of power or confidence

    Example

    The opposition party resorted to undermining tactics to discredit the ruling party.

  • a military operation that involves digging tunnels or passages under enemy fortifications in order to weaken or destroy them

    Example

    The soldiers were trained in undermining operations to prepare for the upcoming siege.

  • actions or words that are intended to weaken or damage someone's position of power or confidence

    Example

    The boss was accused of engaging in undermining behavior towards his subordinates.

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Summary: undermining in Brief

The term 'undermining' [ˌʌndərˈmaɪnɪŋ] refers to the act of weakening or damaging something, especially someone's position of power or confidence. It can also refer to the act of digging tunnels or passages under something in order to weaken or destroy it, as in 'The miners were tasked with undermining the enemy fortifications.' The term extends into phrases like 'undermining tactics' and 'undermining behavior,' which denote methods or actions intended to weaken or damage someone's position of power or confidence.