undermine self-confidence

Frequency: 6.57.3 per million words

to make someone's self-confidence weaker, often gradually

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  • Harsh criticism can easily undermine a child's self-confidence.
  • Constant failures began to undermine her self-confidence over time.
  • His negative comments were clearly designed to undermine her self-confidence.
  • Lack of preparation will only undermine your self-confidence before the presentation.
  • Don't let one mistake undermine your overall self-confidence and discourage you.
  • The coach's harsh words threatened to undermine the team's self-confidence before the big game.
  • She realized that comparing herself to others would only undermine her own self-confidence.
  • It's crucial not to allow setbacks to undermine your self-confidence and resolve.
  • A toxic work environment can gradually undermine an employee's self-confidence.
  • Repeated rejections can severely undermine an artist's self-confidence and creativity.