Synonyms for

Handicapped

Verb / ˈhændi:ˌkæpt / Another word for handicapped — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

having a condition that limits a person's physical or mental abilities

Synonyms & similar words

disable disabled incapacitate handicap hinder hamper invalid disabled impaired challenged infirm crippled deformed incapacitated weakened injured sick ailing unfit unwell ill diseased disadvantaged underprivileged needy vulnerable helpless

Synonyms by register

Formal

disabled impaired disadvantaged

Informal

crippled limited challenged

Literary

infirm stricken

Antonyms

able capable skilled gifted talented unimpaired unhindered

Common collocations

  • handicapped parking
  • handicapped accessible
  • handicapped person
  • mentally handicapped
  • physically handicapped
  • handicapped children
  • handicapped facilities

Word family

noun handicap
verb handicap
adjective handicapped

Usage note

The term 'handicapped' is increasingly considered outdated and potentially offensive. More preferred terms include 'disabled' or 'person with a disability'.

Example sentences

  1. The handicapped boy needed a wheelchair to move around.
  2. The handicapped bathroom stall is larger and has grab bars.
  3. The handicapped ramp allows people with disabilities to access the building.
  4. The handicapped bus has a lift for wheelchairs.
  5. The handicapped parking spots are close to the entrance for people with disabilities.

Quotes

  • We need to make sure that we are taking care of the disabled, the handicapped, the seniors, all across the country. We can do that. - Kamala Harris
  • I want to make sure that our society is inclusive to all kinds of people; the disabled, the blind, the deaf, the handicapped. - Stevie Wonder
  • We need to make a world in which fewer people are handicapped, and in which more people are helped to overcome the handicaps that they have. - Franklin D. Roosevelt

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