undermined
[/ˌʌndərˈmaɪnd/]
verb (past tense/past participle)
minado, enfraquecido, sabotado
1. Weakened or damaged the base or foundation of something, either literally or figuratively
The constant criticism undermined his confidence.
As críticas constantes minaram sua confiança.
2. Gradually weakened or destroyed something by secret or insidious means
The scandal undermined the government's authority.
O escândalo sabotou a autoridade do governo.
3. Excavated or removed earth or rock from beneath something
Water erosion undermined the bridge's foundation.
A erosão hídrica minava a fundação da ponte.
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