Disabled (Adjective)
Meaning
Having restricted mental or physical functioning as a consequence of injury or illness.
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The new employee was disabled in a car accident a year ago and now uses a wheelchair to get around.
- After the stroke, her grandmother became disabled and required around-the-clock care.
- The disabled-access ramp was installed to ensure that the building was accessible to everyone.
- The charity provided support and services for disabled children and their families.
- The football player's career was cut short when he became disabled due to a severe knee injury.