What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
crippled
Example
The accident left him crippled and unable to walk without assistance. [crippled: adjective]
Example
The company's reputation was crippled by the scandal. [crippled: verb]
impaired
Example
His hearing was impaired due to years of exposure to loud music. [impaired: adjective]
Example
The storm impaired the power grid, causing widespread outages. [impaired: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Impaired is more commonly used than crippled in modern language, and is more widely accepted in various contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between crippled and impaired?
Both crippled and impaired can be used in formal or informal contexts, but impaired is generally considered more neutral and appropriate in most situations.
