Basic Details
Word: Impairment
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A reduction in strength or ability; when something is weakened or not functioning properly.
Synonyms: Dysfunction, weakness, disability
Antonyms: Improvement, enhancement, restoration
Idioms and Phrases
- To suffer an impairment: To experience a loss of strength or ability, often related to health. Example: "He had to adjust his daily routine after suffering an impairment in his vision."
- Affects all but the impairment: Meaning that everything seems to be fine except for one specific issue. Example: "The team's performance was strong, affects all but the impairment in communication."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The doctor explained that any impairment in the lungs could lead to difficulty breathing.
Example 2: After the injury, she worked hard in rehabilitation to address her leg impairment.
Example 3: The report indicated that there had been a significant impairment in the companys production capabilities.
Fun Fact
The word 'impairment' comes from the Latin word 'impaire', which means 'to make worse,' reflecting how an impairment refers to something that has lost its normal functioning or strength.
Famous Quote
"The greatest disability is not having the ability to overcome your impairment." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "impairment" mean?
a) A complete ability
b) A reduction in strength or ability
c) A joyful event
d) A form of assistance
Answer: b) A reduction in strength or ability
2. Which of these is a synonym of "impairment"?
a) Strength
b) Disability
c) Enhancement
d) Victory
Answer: b) Disability
3. What is the opposite of "impairment"?
a) Weakness
b) Restoration
c) Dysfunction
d) Illness
Answer: b) Restoration
4. Which sentence uses "impairment" correctly?
a) His impairment allowed him to run faster than everyone else.
b) The impairment in her hearing made it difficult for her to follow conversations.
c) The impairment was a great achievement for the team.
d) They enjoy the impairment of the sound at the concert.
Answer: b) The impairment in her hearing made it difficult for her to follow conversations.
5. Which idiom could relate to the meaning of "impairment"?
a) To suffer an impairment
b) To climb the highest mountain
c) To run like the wind
d) To make the best of a bad situation
Answer: a) To suffer an impairment
