as in erosion
a gradual weakening, loss, or destruction
the view that the constant mudslinging and negative campaigning contributes to the undermining of the public's faith in politics and government
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as in weakening
to make (someone or something) weaker or less effective usually in a secret or gradual way
She tried to undermine my authority by complaining about me to my boss. The events of the past year have undermined people's confidence in the government.
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Recent Examples of undermining
Giovanni Malloy, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
Critics argue that billionaire owners could censor critical commentary, undermining journalism's role in holding power accountable.
—Flynn Nicholls, Newsweek, 5 Jan. 2025
Widespread unlicensed vending is threatening the livelihoods of licensed operators, undermining public health, and exposing major flaws in the enforcement of the city’s regulations.
—John Murn, New York Daily News, 4 Jan. 2025
An independent review later revealed that none of the drugs used since 2018 were fully tested as required, undermining public trust.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 2 Jan. 2025
Through a series of decisions, the court has effectively handed more power to the executive branch, undermining the delicate balance of power that underpins American democracy.
—Steven Delco, Hartford Courant, 1 Jan. 2025
This decision has ominous implications for the future of American democracy, effectively concentrating power in the executive branch and undermining the rule of law.
—Steven Delco, Hartford Courant, 1 Jan. 2025
However, this approach risks introducing manipulative behaviors and undermining authenticity in relationships.
—Mark Travers, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
One in three individuals has used leftover antibiotics or obtained them without a prescription, undermining proper treatment and fueling resistance.
—Maria Bolevich, Interesting Engineering, 29 Dec. 2024
Verb
This subjectivity can lead to inconsistencies in how the rule is applied, potentially undermining the fairness of the game.
—Giovanni Malloy, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
Critics argue that billionaire owners could censor critical commentary, undermining journalism's role in holding power accountable.
—Flynn Nicholls, Newsweek, 5 Jan. 2025
Widespread unlicensed vending is threatening the livelihoods of licensed operators, undermining public health, and exposing major flaws in the enforcement of the city’s regulations.
—John Murn, New York Daily News, 4 Jan. 2025
An independent review later revealed that none of the drugs used since 2018 were fully tested as required, undermining public trust.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 2 Jan. 2025
Through a series of decisions, the court has effectively handed more power to the executive branch, undermining the delicate balance of power that underpins American democracy.
—Steven Delco, Hartford Courant, 1 Jan. 2025
This decision has ominous implications for the future of American democracy, effectively concentrating power in the executive branch and undermining the rule of law.
—Steven Delco, Hartford Courant, 1 Jan. 2025
However, this approach risks introducing manipulative behaviors and undermining authenticity in relationships.
—Mark Travers, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
One in three individuals has used leftover antibiotics or obtained them without a prescription, undermining proper treatment and fueling resistance.
—Maria Bolevich, Interesting Engineering, 29 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for undermining
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Varma will explore the cultural underpinnings of Hindu nationalism and offer some examples from Kashmir – a region claimed by India, Pakistan and China – to examine erosions of India’s democratic foundations, the news release noted.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 Mar. 2025
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The erosion of production in California can be attributed to a confluence of factors.—
Winston Cho,
HollywoodReporter,
27 Mar. 2025
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Moffett also said artificial intelligence isn’t driving an upgrade cycle as hoped, noting that there is weakening demand in China along with antitrust concerns.—
Jason Gewirtz,
CNBC,
8 Jan. 2025
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With high expectations for future new orders along with expanding current new orders, the outlooks for material handling and supply chain industries are positive, despite some weakening in the December MHI BAI report.—
Jason Schenker,
Forbes,
7 Jan. 2025
Verb
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In an era of eroding public trust and red-hot campus culture wars, the public higher education is now more political than ever, said Holden Thorp, editor in chief of the journal Science and former chancellor of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.—
Ian Hodgson,
Orlando Sentinel,
3 Jan. 2025
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The Heat’s decision to suspend Butler marks the latest turning point in an obviously eroding relationship.—
James Jackson,
The Athletic,
3 Jan. 2025
Verb
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All the windows at the front of the building have an invisible type of solar film that filters out 58 percent of the sun's heat energy without impairing the view.—
Heather Farmbrough,
Forbes,
23 Dec. 2024
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Many studies have linked smoking to both short- and long-term effects on immunity, including impairing the body’s ability to fight viral and bacterial infections.—
Katia Hetter,
CNN,
19 Dec. 2024
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For example, Netflix uses it to deliver seamless streaming to millions, scaling efficiently without compromising speed.—
Jyothish R,
Forbes,
27 Dec. 2024
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Richard Mille changed the game to push watches as far into the future as possible by not compromising on production techniques and material usage.—
Allen Farmelo,
Robb Report,
26 Dec. 2024
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“Undermining.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/undermining. Accessed 4 Apr. 2025.
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