Lingaku蝕む【むしばむ】
Frequency rank: 8,476. – 8,489.
- to be worm-eaten; to be eaten by worms
- to affect adversely; to spoil; to ruin; to undermine; to gnaw at (one's heart, body, etc.); to eat into; to destroy
Godan verb with 'mu' ending; intransitive verb
Generated: This meaning describes a physical condition where something is deteriorating due to the action of worms or similar pests. It's often used in a literal sense to refer to wood or material being consumed by such creatures.
Generated: This meaning indicates a more metaphorical usage, often referring to emotional, psychological, or situational degradation. It implies a gradual process of deterioration, affecting someone's well-being or circumstances negatively.