Undermine

Weaken

Dismantle

Sap

Erode

Impair

Subvert

Destabilize

1 Antonym: Undermine

The constant criticism from his colleagues began to undermine his confidence in his abilities.

The construction of the new highway threatened to undermine the stability of the nearby buildings.

The erosion of the riverbank began to undermine the foundation of the old bridge, posing a significant safety risk.

The leaked emails were seen as an attempt to undermine the CEO's authority within the company.

2 Antonym: Weaken

The prolonged illness caused him to weaken physically, and he struggled to perform everyday tasks.

Excessive heat can weaken the structure of buildings, causing them to deteriorate over time.

Exercise can strengthen muscles and improve overall health, while a sedentary lifestyle can weaken the body's resilience to illness.

The opposition's relentless criticism served to weaken the president's public support, leading to a decline in approval ratings.

3 Antonym: Dismantle

The government decided to dismantle the nuclear reactor as part of their commitment to reducing carbon emissions.

The company decided to dismantle its international division due to financial difficulties.

The workers were instructed to dismantle the old machinery in the factory to make room for newer equipment.

The environmental activists protested the decision to dismantle the protected wildlife habitat for industrial development.

4 Antonym: Sap

Excessive stress can sap one’s ability to focus and concentrate on tasks, leading to decreased productivity.

The relentless criticism began to sap her confidence, causing her to doubt her abilities and decisions.

Neglect and poor maintenance will sap the building's structural integrity over time.

The relentless heatwave sapped the productivity of farmers, causing crops to wither and fail.