unimpaired

/ˌʌnɪmˈpeəd/ (bre, ipa) · /ˌʌnɪmˈperd/ (ame, ipa) · /ˌən-im-ˈperd/ (ame, mw)

unimpaired — adjective

  • unimpairedpositive
  • more unimpairedcomparative
  • most unimpairedsuperlative

1. still in perfect or normal working condition, having suffered no harm, reduction

1.形容詞B2
釋義

still in perfect or normal working condition, having suffered no harm, reduction in quality, or loss of strength or function.

例句

After the earthquake, Nellie was relieved to find her house completely unimpaired.

possessive + house + unimpaired by disaster

Even at ninety-two, Lan's memory remained sharp and unimpaired.

remain unimpaired + cognitive ability

同義詞
  • undamaged

    more general, used for physical objects; less formal than unimpaired

  • intact

    emphasises completeness with nothing missing or broken

  • unspoiled

    suggests natural beauty or pleasant qualities remain unchanged

  • unharmed

    used primarily for living beings, not faculties or structures

反義詞
  • impaired

    the direct opposite — reduced in quality, strength, or function

  • damaged

    more general term for physical harm or loss of value

用法筆記

Typically describes abilities, functions, qualities, or physical objects. Not usually applied to describe a person directly (e.g. 'He was unimpaired' sounds unnatural); instead use 'unharmed' or 'uninjured' for people.

常見錯誤

❌After the accident, the driver was unimpaired.
✅After the accident, the driver was unharmed.
💡Use 'unharmed' or 'uninjured' for living beings; 'unimpaired' describes faculties or things.