Erode Meaning
/ɪˈɹəʊd/Definition, CEFR level C1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
verbTo wear away by abrasion, corrosion, or chemical reaction.
verbTo destroy gradually by an ongoing process.
Sentence Examples
Capitalism tends to erode the moral foundations on which it was built.
This will erode our credibility.
Lack of transparency and accountability erode trust in the democratic process.
CEFR Practice Quiz
Strong winds and heavy rain will ____ the soil over time.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
Ocean waves can ____ the cliffs over time, causing them to collapse into the sea.
Word Origin & History
From French éroder, from Latin ērōdō.
Literary Quotations & Historical Citations
"We've been worried about adolescents' diminishing writing and speaking skills for years. Lately, we have noticed that these skills are eroding at an accelerating rate, month-over-month."
— 2025 December 9, Rachel Konrad and Matt Abrahams, “Why Young People Are Struggling to Communicate”, in TIME:
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CEFR Practice Quiz
Strong winds and heavy rain will ____ the soil over time.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
Ocean waves can ____ the cliffs over time, causing them to collapse into the sea.