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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

undermine

/ˌʌndəˈmaɪn/ verb · British & US
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What does undermine mean?

verb

To weaken or damage the confidence or trust in something or someone, or to undermine a structure by digging or excavating beneath it.

Example

"The company's financial troubles began to undermine investor confidence."

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