erode
Translation
to wear away, to corrode, to undermine
Examples
The river will erode the riverbank.
The river will erode the riverbank.
This could erode the public's confidence.
This could erode the public's confidence.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to wear away or undermine (sth.) The sea erodes the cliffs.
Similar Words
Synonyms: wear away, undermine; Antonyms: build up, strengthen
Etymology
From Latin 'erodere', from 'e-' (away) + 'rodere' (to gnaw).
Memory Tips
Imagine a 'rodent' gnawing away at something, which 'erodes' it.