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disabled

[dis-ey-buhld] / dɪsˈeɪ bəld /
ADJECTIVE
having a disability
Synonyms
STRONGEST
impaired incapacitated
STRONG
debilitated limited restricted
WEAK
maimed paralyzed
ADJECTIVE
not working
Synonyms
STRONGEST
broken broken-down down in disrepair inoperative out of order out of service
STRONG
disconnected faulty malfunctioning on the fritz
WEAK
jammed wrecked

Example Sentences

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She and her husband had moved in with their in-laws because all four of them are disabled and it was easier to care for one another and make ends meet being in one household.

From Salon • Apr. 19, 2026

Don’t miss: ‘My parents begged me never to put him in a home’: I have taken care of my disabled brother my entire life.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 18, 2026

Landmark legislation was passed by parliament in 2019, prohibiting discrimination against disabled people and guaranteeing them access to public services.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

“I’m really anxious,” said Tania Rivera, the mother of two children who are disabled.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

Then they visited the Soldiers’ Home in Washington, a retirement home for old and disabled veterans.

From "Ambushed!" by Gail Jarrow