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undermining

/ˌʌndərˈmaɪnɪŋ/

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verb

弱体化させる, 掘り崩す

To dig underneath (something), to make a passage for destructive or military purposes; to sap.

Examples :

"His constant criticism was undermining her confidence in her ability to do the job. "

彼の絶え間ない批判は、彼女がその仕事をする能力に対する自信を弱体化させていた。

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verb

弱体化させる, 損なう

To weaken or work against; to hinder, sabotage.

Examples :

"The war efforts were undermined by the constant bickering between the allies."

戦争努力は、同盟国間の絶え間ない口論によって弱体化させられた。

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verb

浸食する, 弱める

To erode the base or foundation of something, e.g. by the action of water.

Examples :

"The heavy rain was undermining the foundation of the old house. "

大雨がその古い家の基礎を浸食していた。

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noun

損なうこと, 弱体化

The act or process by which something is undermined.

Examples :

"The constant criticizing of his work was an act of undermining, eventually leading to his resignation. "

彼の仕事に対する絶え間ない批判は弱体化行為であり、最終的に彼の辞任につながった。