adj
impaired
ihm-PEHRD
adj
1
Weakened or made less effective.
"His vision was impaired after the accident."
"Sleep deprivation leaves your judgment impaired."
2
Under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
"She was arrested for driving impaired."
How to Use Impaired
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishNot working as well as normal, often used for senses, abilities, or someone under the influence.
Common pairings
visually impaired
impaired judgment
driving impaired
Word Forms
impaireds plural
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His vision was _____ after the accident.