Definition

To cause harm or injury to something, resulting in a loss or reduction in quality.

Example

The storm will endamage the crops if it continues to rage.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I heard that storm last night could really endamage the crops.

Yeah, I hope it didn't cause too much trouble for the farmers.

They work so hard, it would be a shame if the weather endamaged their efforts.

Absolutely, let's keep our fingers crossed for them.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Endamage is formed from the prefix "en-" (meaning to cause to be in) and the root "damage" (from Old French *damager*, meaning to inflict harm or loss). The word "endamage" means to cause to be in a state of harm or loss.

Memory Tip

Think of 'causing to be in' a state of 'harm' — that's what endamage means.

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