undermine

language: pt

definitions

  1. verb
    to weaken or damage the foundation of something; to gradually destroy or impair
    pt: enfraquecer; minar
  2. verb
    to attack or weaken gradually from below or within
    pt: atacar ou enfraquecer de baixo

examples

  1. The scandal undermined his reputation.

    O escândalo enfraqueceu sua reputação.

  2. Rumors undermined the team's morale.

    Os rumores enfraqueceram o moral da equipe.