erosion
Erosion is the process by which the surface of the earth is worn away by natural forces such as water, wind, or ice. In a figurative sense, it refers to the gradual destruction or reduction of something abstract, such as power, rights, or confidence.
예시
3 / 5Soil erosion is a major problem for farmers after heavy rainfall.
The wearing away of the ground surface is a big issue for farmers after it rains a lot.
The report highlights the coastal erosion occurring along the eastern seaboard.
The document points out the wearing away of the shoreline happening on the east coast.
You can see the erosion on these old steps; they used to be much sharper.
You can notice how these old stairs have been worn down; they were once more defined.
어휘 가족
암기 팁
Think of an 'Eraser'. Just as an eraser rubs away pencil marks bit by bit, 'erosion' rubs away the land or your confidence bit by bit.
빠른 퀴즈
The continuous crashing of waves against the cliffs led to significant coastal _______.
정답!
정답은: erosion
예시
Soil erosion is a major problem for farmers after heavy rainfall.
everydayThe wearing away of the ground surface is a big issue for farmers after it rains a lot.
The report highlights the coastal erosion occurring along the eastern seaboard.
formalThe document points out the wearing away of the shoreline happening on the east coast.
You can see the erosion on these old steps; they used to be much sharper.
informalYou can notice how these old stairs have been worn down; they were once more defined.
Academic studies show a correlation between deforestation and accelerated soil erosion.
academicScientific research indicates a link between clearing forests and faster loss of topsoil.
Management is concerned about the erosion of our market share by newer competitors.
businessThe leaders are worried about the gradual loss of our portion of the market to new rivals.
어휘 가족
자주 쓰는 조합
자주 쓰는 구문
the erosion of power
the gradual loss of authority or control
gradual erosion
a slow and steady process of wearing down
combat erosion
to fight against or try to stop environmental damage
자주 혼동되는 단어
Corrosion is a chemical process (like rust eating metal), while erosion is a mechanical process (like water moving soil).
Weathering breaks rocks down in place; erosion involves the movement or transport of that broken material.
사용 참고사항
Use 'erosion' when talking about physical landscapes (rocks, soil) or abstract concepts that are slowly disappearing (rights, standards, profits). It almost always implies a negative or destructive process.
자주 하는 실수
Learners often use 'erosion' to describe sudden destruction; however, it specifically refers to a slow, gradual process over time.
암기 팁
Think of an 'Eraser'. Just as an eraser rubs away pencil marks bit by bit, 'erosion' rubs away the land or your confidence bit by bit.
어원
Derived from the Latin 'erodere', which means 'to gnaw away' or 'to consume'.
문법 패턴
빠른 퀴즈
The continuous crashing of waves against the cliffs led to significant coastal _______.
정답!
정답은: erosion
관련 어휘
관련 단어
example
A1An example is a specific thing or person that shows what a group or a rule is like. It is used to help explain something more clearly so that others can understand it easily.
always
A1This word describes something that happens at all times or on every occasion. It is a frequency adverb used to talk about habits, permanent truths, or repeated actions.
result
A1A result is something that happens or exists because of something else that happened before. It is often used to describe the final score of a game, the grade on a test, or the outcome of a specific action.
reason
A1A reason is a cause or explanation for why something happens or why someone does something. It is the information that answers the question 'Why?'.
research
A1A detailed study of a subject, especially in order to discover (new) information or reach a (new) understanding. It involves gathering facts and data to test a theory or solve a problem.
girl
A1A female child or a young female person from birth until she reaches adulthood. It is also commonly used to refer to a daughter or, in informal settings, to a young woman.
food
A1Food refers to any substance consumed by living organisms to provide nutritional support for the body. It can be of plant, animal, or fungal origin and contains essential nutrients like carbohydrates, fats, and proteins.
moment
A1A very short period of time or a specific point in time. It is often used to ask someone to wait briefly or to describe a significant event occurring right now.
himself
A1A reflexive pronoun used as the object of a verb or preposition when the subject is a male person or animal previously mentioned. It is also used to emphasize that a specific man or boy did something personally or without help.
force
A1Force is the physical strength or energy that is used to push or pull an object. It can also refer to an organized group of people, such as the police or a military group.
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