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How to pronounce “impair

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Pronunciation guide for impair

Learning goal
Practice the English pronunciation of impair with real speech in context.
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8 YouTube examples
Real speech example
The Problem with PlasticsIt means that microplastic can also impair the growth
Definition summary
(transitive) To weaken; to affect negatively; to have a diminishing effect on.

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How to pronounce impair

The Problem with Plastics

It means that microplastic can also impair the growth

Example Sentences

A Deep Dive Into “impair

Meaning

  • [Verb]
  • (transitive) To weaken; to affect negatively; to have a diminishing effect on.
  • (intransitive, archaic) To grow worse; to deteriorate.
  • [Adjective]
  • (obsolete) Not fit or appropriate; unsuitable.
  • [Noun]
  • (obsolete) The act of impairing or deteriorating.
  • (obsolete) The fact of being impaired or having grown worse.
  • (obsolete) An impairment or deterioration.

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