Adjectives of Disability

partly or completely unable to hear

The deaf child communicates using sign language.

not able to see

The blind man navigates the city using a white cane and a guide dog.

to prevent someone or something from being able to perform a specific action or function

Governments may disable specific services during times of crisis for public safety.

to cause someone to lose the use of a limb, particularly a leg

The accident threatened to lame him, leaving him with a permanent disability.

(of a part of the body) lacking feeling or sensation

The hiker's feet went numb from hiking in the snow for hours.

to cause a person, animal, or part of the body to lose the ability to move or function, usually due to injury or illness

The accident unfortunately paralyzed his legs, leaving him unable to walk.

to inflict severe damage to someone's body so that they are unable to walk or move properly

The car accident unfortunately crippled her, leaving her with a permanent disability.

a tool that is used to soften or silence the sound produced by a musical instrument

a condition that impairs a person's mental or physical functions

having autism spectrum disorder, a developmental condition that affects social interaction, communication, and behavior

The autistic child thrives in a structured environment with clear routines.

experiencing partial or complete loss of vision

The visually impaired student uses a screen reader to access digital content.

to invite someone to compete or strongly suggest they should do something, often to test their abilities or encourage action

She challenges her colleagues to a friendly chess match every Friday.

having physical, mental, or developmental conditions

The differently-abled athlete excelled in wheelchair basketball.

to surgically remove a body part, such as a limb or organ, often due to injury, disease, or medical necessity

The surgeon had to amputate the patient's leg to prevent the spread of the infection.

relying on a wheelchair for mobility due to a physical disability

The wheelchair-bound student navigates the campus with ease using a motorized wheelchair.

having a partial or complete loss of hearing

The hearing impaired student uses hearing aids to assist with communication in the classroom.

having difficulty or limitations in moving around due to physical disabilities or conditions

The mobility impaired individual uses a wheelchair to navigate the city streets.

having difficulties with cognitive functions such as memory, learning, problem-solving, or understanding due to a developmental disorder, injury, or condition

The cognitively impaired student receives specialized education and support in a resource classroom.