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Unimpaired: meaning, definitions and examples

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unimpaired

 

[ ʌnɪmˈpɛrd ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

general usage

Unimpaired refers to something that is not damaged, weakened, or compromised in any way. It indicates a state where normal functioning or quality is preserved. For example, unimpaired vision suggests that a person's eyesight is clear and undistorted. This term is often used in medical contexts to describe physiological functions or capabilities that remain intact and effective. Additionally, unimpaired can apply to various situations, emphasizing integrity and wholeness in both physical and metaphorical senses.

Synonyms

intact, unaffected, unblemished, undamaged, unharmed

Examples of usage

  • Her unimpaired hearing allowed her to enjoy the concert fully.
  • The building remained unimpaired after the storm.
  • He completed the race with unimpaired strength.

Translations

Translations of the word "unimpaired" in other languages:

🇵🇹 ileso

🇮🇳 अविकृत

🇩🇪 unbeeinträchtigt

🇮🇩 tidak terganggu

🇺🇦 неушкоджений

🇵🇱 nienaruszony

🇯🇵 無傷の

🇫🇷 intacte

🇪🇸 ileso

🇹🇷 etkilenmemiş

🇰🇷 손상되지 않은

🇸🇦 غير متضرر

🇨🇿 nepoškozený

🇸🇰 nepoškodený

🇨🇳 未受损的

🇸🇮 nepoškodovan

🇮🇸 óskert

🇰🇿 зақымдалмаған

🇬🇪 არაზიანო

🇦🇿 zərər çəkməmiş

🇲🇽 ileso

Word origin

The word 'unimpaired' is formed from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'impaired,' which derives from the Latin word 'impairare.' 'Impairs' is composed of 'in-' meaning 'not' and 'parare,' meaning 'to prepare,' thus originally implying the sense of something being made less or reduced in quality. The usage of 'unimpaired' began to emerge in the English language around the late 19th century as a direct antonym to 'impaired.' Increasingly in medical, legal, and technical contexts, 'unimpaired' has become a precise descriptor for functionality and capability that persists without degradation. This evolution emphasizes its utility in academic and clinical discussions, marking the importance of preserving the integrity of systems, processes, and conditions.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #17,838, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.