verb ·3 syllables ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Verb

1. 1
   simple past and past participle of undermine form-of, participle, past

Synonyms

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sabotageabateansweranswer conclusivelyargue downattenuate

Example

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"The recent scandals involving altar boys and religious leaders have undermined the faith people have in the Church."

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