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disabilities

NOUN

disadvantage, restriction

Synonyms

STRONGEST

ailment defect impairment infirmity injury

STRONG

affliction detriment disqualification drawback inability incapacity incompetency inexperience invalidity lack unfitness weakness

Antonyms

STRONGEST

health strength

STRONG

ability advantage benefit extra help

WEAK

fitness

Example Sentences

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"I see an independent woman who is very capable despite having profound disabilities," says Sarah, beaming with pride.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

For example, funding for services to students with disabilities is 43% higher than in the 2025 budget, according to the governor’s office.

From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026

Biosphere's Dnipro plant employs 19 veterans but wants government support to take on former soldiers and civilians with disabilities.

From Barron's • May 13, 2026

This is particularly true for women, who tend to need care for longer than men, and for people with disabilities, who need much more care.

From MarketWatch • May 13, 2026

The testimony the experts would provide would also be very direct in characterizing his disabilities and illness.

From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson