How Do You Spell UNDERMINES?

Pronunciation: [ˌʌndəmˈa͡ɪnz] (IPA)

The word "undermines" is spelled as /ʌndərˈmaɪnz/ in IPA phonetic transcription. The first syllable "un" is pronounced as /ʌn/ and the second syllable "der" is pronounced as /dər/. The third and fourth syllables "mines" are pronounced /ˈmaɪnz/ with a long "i" sound. The word means to weaken, sabotage, or subvert something or someone. The correct spelling of the word is important for effective communication and avoiding misunderstandings.

UNDERMINES Meaning and Definition

1. Undermines is a verb that refers to the act of weakening or gradually eroding the strength, effectiveness, or stability of something, whether it be a person, an institution, an idea, a system, or a relationship. It suggests a deliberate or unintentional action that chips away at the foundation, integrity, or confidence of the subject in question.

   The term typically connotes a sense of subversion, slyness, or undermining from a position of hidden or concealed influence, rather than through overt or direct confrontation. It often involves indirect tactics aimed at eroding trust, credibility, or support, making something less secure, reliable, or productive.

   The undermining of individuals can manifest in various ways, such as spreading rumors, diminishing achievements, or sabotaging their efforts, thereby eroding their self-esteem or confidence. Regarding institutions, undermining may involve weakening their authority, sowing dissent, or compromising their functionality through systematic or subversive actions. For ideas or systems, undermining can involve challenging their validity, derailing their implementation, or discrediting their proponents.

   Significant consequences can result from undermining. It can lead to the breakdown of relationships, the decline of organizational cohesion, the erosion of public trust, or the disintegration of social structures. Therefore, recognizing the subtleties of undermining is essential to identify and counteract its potential negative impacts.

Top Common Misspellings for UNDERMINES *

• underminds 90%

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Other Common Misspellings for UNDERMINES

• undemines
• underminng
• underming
• undermone
• undrminer
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• Undurminer
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• Unfermnes
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• Undermener

Etymology of UNDERMINES

The word "undermines" dates back to the late Middle English period and is derived from the combination of two elements: "under" and "mine".

1. "Under" comes from Old English "under" and is related to the Old Norse word "undir". It refers to a position beneath or below something or someone.

2. "Mine" originates from Middle English "minen", which is derived from Old French "miner" and ultimately traces back to the Latin word "minare", meaning "to dig".

When combined, "under" and "mine" form the term "undermines". Etymologically, it suggests the act of digging beneath or weakening the foundation, base, or support of something.

Similar spelling words for UNDERMINES

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• unadorned,
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• undersell,
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• underhandedly,
• underline,
• underwing,
• underfur.

Conjugate verb Undermines

CONDITIONAL

I would undermine

we would undermine

you would undermine

he/she/it would undermine

they would undermine

FUTURE

I will undermine

we will undermine

you will undermine

he/she/it will undermine

they will undermine

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have undermined

we will have undermined

you will have undermined

he/she/it will have undermined

they will have undermined

PAST

I undermined

we undermined

you undermined

he/she/it undermined

they undermined

PAST PERFECT

I had undermined

we had undermined

you had undermined

he/she/it had undermined

they had undermined

PRESENT

I undermine

we undermine

you undermine

he/she/it undermines

they undermine

PRESENT PERFECT

I have undermined

we have undermined

you have undermined

he/she/it has undermined

they have undermined

I am undermining

we are undermining

you are undermining

he/she/it is undermining

they are undermining

I was undermining

we were undermining

you were undermining

he/she/it was undermining

they were undermining

I will be undermining

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you will be undermining

he/she/it will be undermining

they will be undermining

I have been undermining

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he/she/it has been undermining

they have been undermining

I had been undermining

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he/she/it had been undermining

they had been undermining

I will have been undermining

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I would have undermined

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I would be undermining

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