What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
impaired
Example
His vision was impaired due to the accident. [impaired: adjective]
Example
Drinking alcohol can impair your ability to drive safely. [impair: verb]
weakened
Example
The weakened bridge collapsed under the weight of the truck. [weakened: adjective]
Example
The storm weakened as it moved inland. [weakened: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Weakened is more commonly used than impaired in everyday language. Weakened is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while impaired is less common and often used in medical or legal contexts.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between impaired and weakened?
Impaired has a more formal connotation than weakened, which can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
