adj
disabling
adj
1
Causing a serious loss of ability or function; crippling.
"He suffered a disabling injury that ended his career."
"The disease can be disabling if left untreated."
How to Use Disabling
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomething so severe it takes away a person's ability to function normally.
Common pairings
disabling injury
disabling condition
Word Forms
more disabling comparative, most disabling superlative
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He suffered a _____ injury that ended his career.