Definition

The act of making someone or something unable to function or operate normally.

Example

The disablement of the machine was necessary for safety reasons.

Conversation

Have you heard about the new law regarding disablement benefits?

Yeah, I read something about it; it seems like a big change.

I think it's important to support people with disablement issues.

Absolutely, everyone deserves help when they need it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Disablement is formed from "dis-" (meaning apart or away) and "able" (from Latin "habilis", meaning able or capable) and "-ment" (a suffix used to form nouns indicating an action or resulting state). The word refers to the state of being unable or rendered incapable of performing certain activities.

Memory Tip

Think of 'dis-' meaning apart and 'able' meaning capable — disablement refers to the state of being made incapable.

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