Impair

Synonyms of impair

• diminish
• damage
• weaken

Antonyms of impair

• enhance
• improve
• strengthen

Collocations of impair

function

Frequency: 80 %

The virus impaired his immune system, making him more susceptible to illnesses.

ability

Frequency: 75 %

The injury impaired his ability to walk, forcing him to use crutches.

vision

Frequency: 70 %

The accident impaired his vision, making it difficult for him to see clearly.

memory

Frequency: 65 %

The disease impaired her memory, causing her to forget important details.

judgment

Frequency: 60 %

The alcohol impaired her judgment, leading her to make poor decisions.

Idiomatic Expressions for impair

• Phrase: impair vision
  Meaning: to diminish or reduce the ability to see clearly
  Usage: Ex: Aging can impair vision, making it difficult to read small print.