crippling
US /ˈkrɪp.əl.ɪŋ/
UK /ˈkrɪp.əl.ɪŋ/
1.
causing a severe and disabling injury or condition
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He suffered a crippling back injury that ended his career.
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The disease can have a crippling effect on the joints.
2.
causing severe financial or economic damage
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The country faced crippling debt.
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The sanctions had a crippling effect on the economy.