Definitions and Examples of disable, impair, weaken
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
To cause someone or something to be unable to function properly or effectively.
Example
The accident disabled him from walking for the rest of his life.
To weaken or damage something, making it less effective or functional.
Example
The storm impaired the roof, causing it to leak.
To make something less strong or powerful.
Example
The illness weakened her immune system, making her more susceptible to infections.
Key Differences: disable vs impair vs weaken
- 1Disable implies a complete loss of function or ability.
- 2Impair suggests a partial loss of function or ability.
- 3Weaken describes a reduction in strength or power.
Effective Usage of disable, impair, weaken
- 1Medical Context: Use these antonyms to describe the effects of diseases, injuries, or disabilities on the body.
- 2Sports Context: Use these antonyms to describe the effects of injuries on athletes' performance.
- 3Technology Context: Use these antonyms to describe the effects of malfunctions or defects on devices or systems.
Remember this!
The antonyms of habilitating are disable, impair, and weaken. These words describe the opposite of habilitating, which means to help someone or something become stronger, healthier, or more capable. Use these words in medical, sports, or technology contexts to describe the effects of diseases, injuries, disabilities, malfunctions, or defects.
