impair

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Synonyms: empair, impar

Antonyms: empair, impar

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Verb

1. {{lb|en|transitive}} To [[weaken]]; to [[affect]] [[negative]]ly; to have a [[diminish]]ing [[effect]] on.
2. {{lb|en|intransitive|archaic}} To grow worse; to [[deteriorate]].

Adjective

1. {{lb|en|obsolete}} Not fit or appropriate; [[unsuitable]].

Noun

1. {{lb|en|obsolete}} The act of impairing or deteriorating.
2. {{lb|en|obsolete}} The fact of being impaired or having grown worse.
3. {{lb|en|obsolete}} An impairment or deterioration.

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