Meaning & Definition of Impairment in English
English⟶
Impairment
/ɪmpɛrmənt/
noun
1. The occurrence of a change for the worse
synonym:
- damage,
- harm,
- impairment
2. A symptom of reduced quality or strength
synonym:
- deterioration,
- impairment
3. The condition of being unable to perform as a consequence of physical or mental unfitness
- "Reading disability"
- "Hearing impairment"
synonym:
- disability,
- disablement,
- handicap,
- impairment
4. Damage that results in a reduction of strength or quality
synonym:
- impairment
5. The act of making something futile and useless (as by routine)
synonym:
- stultification,
- constipation,
- impairment,
- deadening