Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
crippled
adjective
/ˈkrɪp.əld/
Definition
Crippled refers to a state of being unable to walk or move properly due to injury or illness.
Examples
- The accident left him crippled for life.
- The company’s finances were crippled due to mismanagement.
- She felt crippled by self-doubt during the presentation.
Meaning
In a broader sense, it can also mean to severely damage or impair the function of something.
Synonyms
- disabled
- injured
- hampered
- impaired
- hindered
