erode
英 /ɪˈrəʊd/ 美 /ɪˈroʊd/
- v. 侵蚀；风化To gradually wear away soil or rock through natural forces.
- v. 逐渐削弱；损害To gradually reduce strength, value, or confidence.
Strong waves have eroded the cliffs near our village.
强劲的海浪侵蚀了我们村庄附近的悬崖。
Persistent inflation can erode household savings, making it harder for families to afford essential goods.
持续的通货膨胀会削弱家庭储蓄的购买力，使家庭更难负担生活必需品。
搭配
erode the soil 侵蚀土壤erode public trust 削弱公众信任erode purchasing power 削弱购买力coastal erosion 海岸侵蚀
辨析提示
可指自然侵蚀，也可指信任、价值等逐渐受损。
词族
erosion (n.)、erosive (adj.)
近义 wear away、undermine
反义 strengthen
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