Disablement

Pro Tip 1/3

Not Just Physical

Disablement can refer to both physical and mental challenges that limit activities.

After the stroke, his mental disablement affected his ability to speak.

Pro Tip 2/3

Duration Matters

Disablement can be temporary, like a broken arm, or permanent, like a loss of vision.

Her temporary disablement required her to use crutches for six weeks.

Pro Tip 3/3

Severity Varies

The term can imply different levels of severity, from mild to complete impairment.

His partial disablement still allowed him some mobility with a cane.