impairment (임-페어-먼트 (강세: 페어)) — the state of having a physical or mental condition that reduces normal functioning
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the state of having a physical or mental condition that reduces normal functioning
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪmˈpermənt/
Korean meaning: 신체적 또는 정신적 기능이 손상된 상태, 장애
Korean pronunciation: 임-페어-먼트 (강세: 페어)
Example Sentences
- His gaming addiction caused serious impairment to his social skills.
- The doctor diagnosed her with a mild cognitive impairment.
- Students with learning impairments need special educational support.
impairment
NOUN//ɪmˈpermənt//
the state of having a physical or mental condition that reduces normal functioning
Physical condition reducing normal functioning
High payment for treatment, but impairment remains
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🌳Etymology
Origin
라틴어 'impairare'에서 유래되었으며, '악화시키다, 손상시키다'라는 뜻을 가졌습니다. 중세 프랑스어를 거쳐 영어로 들어왔죠.
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📝Examples
“His gaming addiction caused serious impairment to his social skills.”
“The doctor diagnosed her with a mild cognitive impairment.”
“Students with learning impairments need special educational support.”
“Too much social media causes impairment of real-world communication abilities.”
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