handicapped - Master This Word
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handicapped Word Meanings
- having a disability; affected by a physical or mental condition that limits movement or activities
- a disadvantage or obstruction that makes success more difficult
- a system of weight or other allowances used to level competition in sports
handicapped Example Sentences
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handicapped Phonetic & Pronunciation
UK
/ˈhændɪkæp/
US
/ˈhændɪkæp/
handicapped Word Etymology
(a) Root decomposition: hand + cap, combining form hand- with cap- to imply a limit or allowance; (b) Historical origin: borrowed into English as handicap, likely from the phrase hand in cap used for drawing lots, later extended to denote disadvantage; (c) Memory image: picture a hand reaching into a cap to draw lots, then a weight being added to balance a race.
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Step 1: Meaning
What is the meaning of the word 'handicapped'?
A.Disabled
B.Clever
C.Fast
D.Happy
Step 2: Usage
Which sentence uses 'handicapped' correctly?
A.She won the race because she was handicapped.
B.He was very tall, so he was handicapped.
C.They went on a handicapped trip to the beach.
D.The student studied hard and felt handicapped.
Step 3: Similar Words
Which word is an antonym of 'handicapped'?
A.Talented
B.Strong
C.Young
D.Busy
Step 4: Opposite Words
In what real-life scenario would someone be considered handicapped?
A.Using a wheelchair for mobility
B.Reading a book
C.Participating in a marathon
D.Cooking a meal
Step 5: Mastery
Reflect on the importance of accessibility for handicapped individuals.
A.Interesting
B.Unnecessary
C.Crucial
D.Exciting
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