1. worn away gradually by natural forces such as water, wind, or ice
2. gradually weakened, diminished, or destroyed
Usage: figurative use

Examples

• The eroded cliffs showed centuries of wind and water damage.
• Heavy rains left the hillside badly eroded.
• The ancient statue’s eroded features were barely recognizable.
• Years of poor management had left the company’s reputation eroded.
• The eroded riverbank needed immediate reinforcement.
• Public trust in the institution became increasingly eroded.
• The eroded soil could no longer support healthy crops.