impairment
UK/ɪmˈpeəmənt/US/im'peәmәnt/
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Definitions
n.
A reduction in strength, quality, or ability; a physical or mental disability
损害；损伤；（身心）缺陷
Root Breakdown
Native Englishimpairmentother
=impairment
Common Collocations
- 1.hearing impairment听力受损
- 2.visual impairment视觉受损
- 3.cognitive impairment认知受损
Example Sentences
- 1.
The patient suffers from a hearing impairment that requires a hearing aid.
- 2.
Cognitive impairment in elderly people can affect their independence.