undermining
US /ˌʌndərˈmaɪnɪŋ/
UK /ˌʌndəˈmaɪnɪŋ/
名詞
失墜, 弱体化
the act of weakening or damaging someone or something, especially gradually or insidiously
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The constant criticism led to the undermining of her confidence.
絶え間ない批判は彼女の自信の失墜につながった。
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His actions were seen as an undermining of the team's morale.
彼の行動はチームの士気を損なうものと見なされた。
形容詞
悪影響を及ぼす, 損なう
tending to weaken or damage something, especially in a subtle or indirect way
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His constant negativity had an undermining effect on the project.
彼の絶え間ない否定的な態度はプロジェクトに悪影響を及ぼすものだった。
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She felt his remarks were undermining her authority.
彼女は彼の発言が自分の権威を損なっていると感じた。
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