undermine

language: fr

definitions

  1. verb
    to weaken or damage the foundation of something; to gradually destroy or impair
    fr: affaiblir; saper
  2. verb
    to attack or weaken gradually from below or within
    fr: attaquer ou affaiblir par en dessous

examples

  1. The scandal undermined his reputation.

    Le scandale a affaibli sa réputation.

  2. Rumors undermined the team's morale.

    Les rumeurs ont affaibli le moral de l'équipe.