Impaired
Pronunciation: /ˌɪmˈpɛrd/
Impaired (adjective)
- having a weakened or less effective ability to do something.
- in a damaged or weakened state, often affecting function.
Examples
- His hearing is impaired, so he uses a hearing aid.
- The impaired vision made it difficult to read the sign.
Common collocations: impaired vision, impaired hearing, impaired ability, impaired structure, impaired function