Definitions

impairment

[im-pair-muhnt] / ɪmˈpɛər mənt /

NOUN

the state of being weakened or damaged.

Synonyms

STRONGEST

damage deficiency detriment harm hurt injury weakness

STRONG

debilitation disability disablement disfigurement disorder incapability incapacitation

Antonyms

STRONG

improvement

Example Sentences

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Impairment losses of 1.4 billion kroner due to an increase in long-dated U.S. interest rates contributed to the fall.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 6, 2026

III. Cognitive Impairment Link: A comprehensive analysis integrating behavioral test data revealed a predominant association between increased brain lactate levels and impaired working memory, illuminating an aspect of cognitive dysfunction.

From Science Daily • Mar. 26, 2024

The effectiveness of prevention-based strategies has been shown in studies such as the Finnish Geriatric Intervention Study to Prevent Cognitive Impairment and Disability, commonly known as FINGER.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2023

Impairment there can lead to poor judgment and difficulty understanding the perspectives of others.

From Scientific American • May 26, 2023

Impairment of growth and eventual shortening of the limb may result from involvement of an epiphysial junction.

From Manual of Surgery Volume Second: Extremities—Head—Neck. Sixth Edition. by Miles, Alexander

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"Remarks at the Dedication of the Aerospace Medical Health Center" by John F. Kennedy

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