Pronunciation

/kriˈpl/

Definitions

• Noun: A person with a severe disability, typically affecting one or both legs, that limits mobility. (adj: cripple)
• Verb: To make someone unable to walk or move due to injury or illness. (figurative: to disable or impair)

Phrases

• “crippled by (an injury)” indicates a severe disabling effect.
• “live with a disability” refers to someone coping with being a cripple.
• “a cripple’s struggle” symbolizes overcoming adversity.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The old man limped along, supported by a cane, a cripple from a lifetime of hard work.”
• Verb: “A car accident left him permanently crippled, unable to walk without assistance.”
• “Despite his crippling arthritis, he maintained a positive attitude.”

Synonyms

• Disablee
• Impaired
• Lame
• Paralyzed
• Infirm

Antonyms

• Able-bodied
• Healthy
• Mobile
• Unhindered
• Unaffected