disability
disability — noun
1. a long-term physical, mental, or sensory condition that affects how a person man
a long-term physical, mental, or sensory condition that affects how a person manages daily life, from moving around to working or socialising
Rania uses a wheelchair, but her **disability** does not stop her from teaching.
countable: a person's specific disability
The library added ramps to help visitors with a **disability** enter the building more easily.
collocation: with a disability
Imran's hearing **disability** means he relies on written notes during meetings.
Manuela was born with a visual **disability** and reads Braille books at the local library.
- condition
broader; can refer to any ongoing health issue, not only those that limit daily activities
- impairment
more clinical; refers specifically to a loss or abnormality in body function
用法筆記
Many people in the disability community prefer person-first language (e.g., 'a person with a disability'), though others use identity-first language ('a disabled person'). When in doubt, ask the individual about their preference.
常見錯誤
2. money paid regularly by the state to people who have a physical or mental condit
money paid regularly by the state to people who have a physical or mental condition that prevents them from working or limits their ability to earn a living
After his accident, Caleb applied for **disability** to help pay his rent.
uncountable: applied for disability (benefits)
The government announced an increase in **disability** payments starting next April.
collocation: disability payments
Jisoo could not work for six months and received **disability** from the national fund.
Yael's doctor signed the forms so she could start receiving **disability** after her surgery.
用法筆記
This sense is uncountable. It is often shortened from 'disability benefits' or 'disability allowance'.