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impairment
impairment
/ˌɪmˈpɛrmənt/
noun
(
)
The occurrence of a change for the worse
(
impairment
,
harm
,
damage
)
the occurrence of a change for the worse
The storm caused severe damage to the houses and infrastructure.
The storm caused severe damage to the houses and infrastructure.
The act of making something futile and useless (as by routine)
(
constipation
,
deadening
,
impairment
,
stultification
)
the act of making something futile and useless (as by routine)
Damage that results in a reduction of strength or quality
(
impairment
)
damage that results in a reduction of strength or quality
The condition of being unable to perform as a consequence of physical or mental unfitness
(
disablement
,
impairment
,
handicap
,
disability
)
the condition of being unable to perform as a consequence of physical or mental unfitness
Reading disability
reading disability
Hearing impairment
hearing impairment
A symptom of reduced quality or strength
(
impairment
,
deterioration
)
a symptom of reduced quality or strength
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