impairment
noun
Simple meaning
A disability or handicap.
Pronunciation
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IPA pronunciation (US)
ɪmˈpɛɹmənt
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Definition
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noun
A disability or handicap.
The result of being impaired.
A deterioration or weakening.
An inefficient part or factor.
Word at a Glance
- Difficulty
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
- Frequency
- Moderately Common
- Typical Use
- Neutral / general English
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- “His vision impairment makes it difficult to read small text.”
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Compound terms
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Impairment of the sense of hearing.
A disorder in the sense of smell.
Impairment of the sense of sight.
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