undermined

[uhn-der-mahynd, uhn-der-mahynd] / ˌʌn dərˈmaɪnd, ˈʌn dərˌmaɪnd /

ADJECTIVE

dysfunctional

Synonyms

STRONGEST

flawed

WEAK

broken debilitated decayed defective deteriorated inhibited maladjusted malfunctional sick unfit wounded

ADJECTIVE

enervated

Synonyms

STRONG

debilitated deteriorated devitalized enfeebled fatigued incapacitated languishing limp paralyzed prostrate prostrated sapped spent tired unnerved vitiated weakened

WEAK

done in feeble gone to seed lackadaisical languid languorous listless on the ropes out of condition out of gas out of shape run down rusty soft spiritless washed out weak

Antonyms

STRONG

active energized invigorated refreshed straight strong

WEAK

activated animated enthusiastic lively strengthened

Example Sentences

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But its repeated policy blows have deeply undermined the research ecosystem in Boulder.

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

County sample ballot, safety issues have undermined community trust in district leadership.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

The WSJ Dollar Index was flat after indicators undermined bets on interest rate hikes and supported forecasts of a prolonged Fed hold.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

Sir Tony also criticised the decision to increase National Insurance for employers, which he said had undermined business confidence.

From BBC • May 26, 2026

No, Oppenheimer said: “I have known him longer and closer than you; his fears that he was being, or might be, undermined in his position were a terror for him.”

From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik

undermined

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