undermine Antonyms
Meaning of undermine
undermine (v)
destroy property or hinder normal operations
hollow out as if making a cave or opening
undermine (v. t.)
To excavate the earth beneath, or the part of, especially for the purpose of causing to fall or be overthrown; to form a mine under; to sap; as, to undermine a wall.
Fig.: To remove the foundation or support of by clandestine means; to ruin in an underhand way; as, to undermine reputation; to undermine the constitution of the state.
FAQs About the word undermine
destroy property or hinder normal operations, hollow out as if making a cave or openingTo excavate the earth beneath, or the part of, especially for the purpose
impair,weaken, damage, erode, compromise, spoil, vitiate, shatter,deteriorate, cross (up)
cure, heal, cure, rectify, enhance,help, rehabilitate, heal, rehabilitate, improve
The opposition party's constant criticism sought to undermine the government's authority.
The new evidence threatened to undermine the credibility of the witness's testimony.
The CEO's reckless decisions gradually undermined the company's financial stability.
The rumors about the actor's infidelity worked to undermine his public image.
