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Synonyms of erode

5 similar words

Another word for erode is undermine. Other synonyms of erode are corrode, eat away, gnaw and denude.

Synonyms and similar words for erode

verbTo wear away by abrasion, corrosion, or chemical reaction.

corrode
eat awayTo destroy (something) gradually by an ongoing process.
gnaw
undermineTo erode the base or foundation of something, e.g. by the action of water.
denude

Meaning of erode

verb To wear away by abrasion, corrosion, or chemical reaction.
verb To destroy gradually by an ongoing process.

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Questions about synonyms of erode

What is another word for erode?: Erode has 5 synonyms on Word.ws, such as undermine, corrode, eat away, gnaw and denude.
What does erode mean?: Erode means to wear away by abrasion, corrosion, or chemical reaction.

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Last updated: 2026-09-02

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