Definition

A person or thing that causes damage or weakness to something.

Example

The medication can be an impairer of certain bodily functions if taken in excess.

Conversation

Did you hear about that new report on mental health issues?

Yeah, I read that stress can be a major impairer of productivity.

It's really concerning how many people struggle with it nowadays.

Totally, we need to find ways to support each other better.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Impairer → It is formed from "im-" (meaning not) and "pair" (from Latin "parare", meaning to make equal or prepare) with the suffix "-er" (meaning a person who). An impairer is someone who makes something not equal or diminishes its quality.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who makes something 'not equal' or 'less' — 'im-' means not, and 'pair' relates to making equal.

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