Impaired (Adjective)

Meaning ¹

Mentally or physically unfit.

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Examples

• The doctor determined that the patient was impaired due to the head injury and couldn't make rational decisions.
• Her impaired vision made it difficult for her to drive at night without assistance.
• The athlete's impaired mobility hindered her performance in the competition.
• The impaired cognitive function of the elderly man made it challenging for him to remember his daily tasks.
• The driver's impaired judgment led to a series of reckless decisions on the road.

Synonyms

• Afflicted

Meaning ²

Diminished in strength, quality, or utility; "impaired eyesight".

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Antonyms

• Unimpaired