Associations to the word «Impairment»

Wiktionary

IMPAIRMENT, noun. The result of being impaired; a deterioration or weakening; a disability or handicap; an inefficient part or factor.
IMPAIRMENT, noun. (accounting) A downward revaluation, a write-down.

Dictionary definition

IMPAIRMENT, noun. The occurrence of a change for the worse.
IMPAIRMENT, noun. A symptom of reduced quality or strength.
IMPAIRMENT, noun. The condition of being unable to perform as a consequence of physical or mental unfitness; "reading disability"; "hearing impairment".
IMPAIRMENT, noun. Damage that results in a reduction of strength or quality.
IMPAIRMENT, noun. The act of making something futile and useless (as by routine).

Wise words

Since a politician never believes what he says, he is quite surprised to be taken at his word.
Charles de Gaulle