Impairment Definition

impairments
noun
impairments

The result of being impaired; a deterioration or weakening; a disability or handicap; an inefficient part or factor.

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(accounting) A downward revaluation, a write-down.

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Noun

Singular:
impairment
Plural:
impairments

Origin of Impairment

  • impair +"Ž -ment

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Impairment Sentence Examples

  • Not a hundredth part of the cerebellum has remained, and yet there has existed ability to stand, to walk, to handle and lift objects in a fairly normal way, without any trace of impairment of cutaneous or muscular sensitivity.

  • The risk is highest in children with severe cognitive impairment and motor deficits.

  • Severe hypoglycaemia may lead to unconsciousness and/or convulsions and may result in temporary or permanent impairment of brain function or even death.

  • The principal cause of visual impairment was identified for eyes with presenting visual acuity 6/18.

  • It's a lifelong neurological impairment that affects the ability to speak, play or socially interact; I felt my knees grow weak.

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