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Handicap (Verb)

Attempt to forecast the winner (especially in a horse race) and assign odds for or against a contestant.

Verbs of fighting, athletic activities.

The experienced handicapper accurately predicted the winner of the prestigious horse racing tournament.
To handicap the competition, the bookmaker must analyze the performance of each horse in previous events.
Several experts gathered to handicap the contestants, comparing their strengths and weaknesses before publicizing their odds.
It's her job to handicap horse races, assigning the favorite a lower chance of losing and the underdog a higher chance of winning.
He carefully handicapped the competition, adjusting the odds to reflect the sudden change in the weather.

Put at a disadvantage; "The brace I have to wear is hindering my movements".

Verbs of fighting, athletic activities.

The high-heeled shoes were not suitable for hiking and they ended up handicapping her on the trek.
The cold weather is going to handicap the team's ability to complete the outdoor project on time.
Her lack of knowledge in the programming language handicapped her during the coding competition.
The bulky backpack handicapped my movements while I was trying to navigate through the narrow corridors.
The lack of formal education in her past handicapped her chances of landing a high-paying job.

Injure permanently; "He was disabled in a car accident".

Verbs of grooming, dressing and bodily care.

The young athlete's promising career was cut short after a severe fall during a match that handicapped her for life.
Years of smoking eventually handicapped his ability to breathe properly, forcing him to rely on oxygen tanks.
The war veteran was handicapped by severe shrapnel injuries, making everyday activities a significant challenge.
The brain injury she sustained during the accident seriously handicapped her memory and cognitive function.
The company was handicapped by years of financial mismanagement that impaired its ability to expand.