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Word of the Day: Undermine
Although "undermine" is a common word, do you know what it means and how to use it? Let us learn all about it in this story.
The word of the day is
"undermine".
The word 'undermine' is used as a
verb
.
It is
pronounced
as 'un-der-mine' (\ ˌən-dər-ˈmīn \)".
Take a look at the
meaning
of the word:
1. destroy property or hinder normal operations
2. hollow out as if making a cave or opening
What are some of the
synonyms of the word
?
Synonyms are:
"Erode", "weaken", "subvert", "sabotage", "chip away", "diminish" and "threaten".
What are the
antonyms
?
Antonyms are: "Support", "enhance", "improve", and "strengthen".
How to
use
the word?
Let's see:
1. She is
undermining
my statement.
2. The constant criticism from his boss
undermined
his confidence in his abilities.
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