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abraded

v.
C1 Advanced US //æˈbɹeɪdɪd// UK //ɐbɹˈeɪdɪd// abrad·ed

v. to wear away a surface by rubbing or scraping it. It can also mean to make someone feel less powerful or less important.

v. to wear away or smooth a surface by friction; to diminish the power, authority, or influence of a person or group.


SIMPLE

The rough stone abraded the smooth surface of the wood.

CONTEXTUAL

Years of political pressure and public scrutiny abraded the once-powerful leader's confidence.

COMPLEX

The constant friction of the river against the canyon walls abraded the rock into fine sediment, eventually forming the fertile plains that now support the valley's agriculture.

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