dent

• 名词，指物体表面因撞击或压力而形成的小凹陷或坑，也可指数量或程度上的减少。

A noun referring to a small hollow or depression in a surface, typically caused by a blow or pressure.

1. Physical indentationB1formal

   A small hollow or depression in a surface, typically caused by a blow or pressure.

   凹痕

   • There was a large dent in the car door after the accident.
   • He noticed a dent in the metal table.
   • The hailstorm left several dents on the roof of the house.

   同义词concavitycraterdepressiondinghollowindentationnotchpit

2. Reduction or negative impactB2informal

   A noticeable reduction or harmful effect, especially on an amount of money or resources.

   削减；损害

   • The expensive repairs made a big dent in his savings.
   • The new tax law put a dent in the company's profits.
   • Her illness put a dent in her plans for the summer.

   同义词blowcutdamagedecreasedrainharmreductionsetback

   反义词boostincrease

• 动词，表示使表面产生小凹陷或压痕，通常由撞击或压力造成；也可指造成这种凹陷。

A verb used to indicate the act of making a small hollow or depression in a surface, typically by impact or pressure.

1. Make a hollow markB1formal

   To make a small hollow or depression in a surface, typically by hitting or pressing.

   使凹陷

   • The hail dented the roof of the car.
   • He accidentally dented the metal cabinet with his elbow.
   • The heavy box dented the wooden floor.

   同义词bashdingdintgougeindent

2. Reduce or damageB2informal

   To diminish or harm something, such as confidence, reputation, or finances.

   削弱或损害

   • The scandal dented his reputation in the community.
   • The unexpected expenses dented their savings significantly.
   • Her harsh criticism dented his self-esteem.

   同义词damagediminishharmhurtimpairinjurelessenmarreducetarnishundermineweaken

   反义词boostenhanceimprovestrengthen