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impairment vs change

change vs impairment

impairment and change both are nouns.

impairment is not a verb while change is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
impairment Yes No No No
change Yes No Yes No
As nouns, change is a hypernym of impairment; that is, change is a word with a broader meaning than impairment:
  • impairment: the occurrence of a change for the worse
  • change: an event that occurs when something passes from one state or phase to another
Other hypernyms of impairment include alteration, modification.
impairment (noun) change (noun)
damage that results in a reduction of strength or quality the action of changing something
the act of making something futile and useless (as by routine) a different or fresh set of clothes
the occurrence of a change for the worse a thing that is different
the condition of being unable to perform as a consequence of physical or mental unfitness a difference that is usually pleasant
a symptom of reduced quality or strength an event that occurs when something passes from one state or phase to another
the result of alteration or modification
coins of small denomination regarded collectively
the balance of money received when the amount you tender is greater than the amount due
money received in return for its equivalent in a larger denomination or a different currency
a relational difference between states; especially between states before and after some event
impairment (verb) change (verb)
undergo a change; become different in essence; losing one's or its original nature
cause to change; make different; cause a transformation
become different in some particular way, without permanently losing one's or its former characteristics or essence
change clothes; put on different clothes
exchange or replace with another, usually of the same kind or category
lay aside, abandon, or leave for another
remove or replace the coverings of
become deeper in tone
change from one vehicle or transportation line to another
give to, and receive from, one another
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