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impair function

[ɪmˈpeər ˈfʌŋkʃən]
verb phrase
prejudicar a função / comprometer o funcionamento
1. to weaken or damage the ability of something or someone to work properly
The injury may impair function in his right arm.
A lesão pode prejudicar a função do seu braço direito.
2. to reduce effectiveness or capability
Alcohol can impair function of the brain.
O álcool pode comprometer o funcionamento do cérebro.
Synonyms
compromise functiondiminish functionweaken functiondamage functionhinder functionobstruct function
Antonyms
enhance functionimprove functionstrengthen functionrestore functionoptimize function

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
prejudicar o funcionamento / comprometer a função
Most commonly used in medical and technical contexts
Portugal
prejudicar o funcionamento / comprometer a função
Standard usage, equivalent to Brazilian Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

impair cognitive function
impair motor function
impair visual function
impair judgment
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