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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However, his authority has also been undermined by the damaging saga over Lord Mandelson's appointment as the UK's ambassador to the United States.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 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

Investors were also monitoring negotiations between Washington and Tehran to end the Middle East war that have kept them guessing, with reports a deal was close undermined by fresh US strikes against Iran on Monday.

From Barron's • May 27, 2026

“You wasted your time with that stunt you pulled at the bonfire. You’ve undermined yourself, and you’re ruining my plans. Where do you expect to go now?”

From "Made You Up" by Francesca Zappia

undermined

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