Meaning of the word impair in English

What does impair mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

impair

US /ɪmˈper/
UK /ɪmˈper/

Verb

1.

to spoil something or make it weaker so that it is less effective:

Example:
A recurring knee injury may have impaired his chances of winning the tournament.
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