Erode Meaning in English
word
Definition
To wear away or gradually destroy something, often by the effects of wind, water, or other natural forces. It can also mean to slowly reduce strength or confidence.
Usage & Nuances
Mainly used in formal, scientific, or technical contexts for material wear, and metaphorically for loss of abstract things like trust. Common with 'soil', 'confidence', and 'rights'. Don't confuse with 'corrode' (chemical reaction).
Spanish: erosionar - desgastarPortuguese (BR): erosão - desgastarPortuguese (PT): erosão - desgastarChinese (Simplified): 侵蚀 - 腐蚀Chinese (Traditional): 侵蝕 - 腐蝕Hindi: क्षय करना - घिसनाArabic: يتآكل - يَتَحَتَّمBengali: ক্ষয় করা - ক্ষয় হওয়াRussian: размывать - разрушатьJapanese: 侵食する - 蝕むVietnamese: xói mòn - làm xói mònKorean: 침식하다 - 약화시키다Turkish: aşındırmak - yıpratmakUrdu: کھوکھلا کرنا - ختم کرناIndonesian: mengikis - menggerogoti
Example Sentences
Rain and wind slowly erode the mountain rocks.
basic
Acidic water can erode metal pipes.
basic
Waves erode the coastline every year.
basic
Years of distrust have eroded their friendship.
natural
Constant criticism can erode a person’s confidence over time.
natural
If left unchecked, small problems can erode your company’s reputation.
natural