(v)
to make someone less confident, less powerful or less likely to succeed, or to make something weaker, often gradually
làm hao mòn
The President has accused two cabinet ministers of working secretly to undermine his position/him.
Criticism just undermines their confidence.
bolster
(v)
to support or improve something or make it stronger
thúc đẩy
More money is needed to bolster the industry.
She tried to bolster my confidence/morale (= encourage me and make me feel stronger) by telling me that I had a special talent.
They need to do something to bolster their image.
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