How Do You Spell CRIPPLED?

Pronunciation: [kɹˈɪpə͡ld] (IPA)

The word "crippled" is spelled with a "c" followed by a "r" and "i" which creates a sound like "krip". The next syllable is formed by the letters "p" and "l", which sound like "pl". The final syllable, "-ed", is pronounced as just the sound "d". In IPA, the transcription for "crippled" would be /ˈkrɪpəld/. This word, often considered outdated or offensive today, describes someone who has a disability that impairs their movement, such as being unable to walk or use their limbs.

CRIPPLED Meaning and Definition

1. "Crippled" is an adjective that describes someone or something that is severely disabled or impaired, particularly in terms of physical functionality or ability. It refers to the state of being impaired or incapacitated to such an extent that it hinders normal functioning or renders significant limitations in mobility, movement, or overall performance.

   The term is typically used to describe individuals or animals affected by a physical disability, such as a deformity, paralysis, or an injury that significantly impacts their ability to walk, move, or perform basic tasks. It often conveys a sense of permanent or long-term impairment rather than a temporary condition.

   In a broader context, "crippled" can be used metaphorically to describe a situation, organization, or system that is severely impaired, damaged, or weakened. This figurative usage suggests a substantial weakening or undermining of efficiency, effectiveness, or overall functionality.

   It is important to note that the term "crippled" has faced criticism due to its offensive connotations and negative portrayal of individuals with disabilities. Many prefer more neutral and inclusive terms, such as "disabled," "differently abled," or "physically challenged," to promote respect and equality. However, despite its potentially derogatory nature, "crippled" retains its place in the common vocabulary as a descriptor for severe physical disabilities.

2. Disabled.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Top Common Misspellings for CRIPPLED *

• cripled 64.516129%
• crippeld 12.9032258%
• cripped 6.4516129%
• criplled 6.4516129%
• cripppled 6.4516129%

* The statistics data for these misspellings percentages are collected from over 15,411,110 spell check sessions on www.spellchecker.net from Jan 2010 - Jun 2012.

Other Common Misspellings for CRIPPLED

• trippled
• criple
• crippeled
• coppled
• couppled
• crampled
• tripeled
• cuppled
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• cricled
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• cripplyy
• Cripplely
• Cripsied
• Cripszed
• Crippted
• TREppled

Etymology of CRIPPLED

The word crippled originated from the Middle English term cripplen which was derived from the Old English word crypel. The Old English term crypel was used to describe a person who was physically disabled or had difficulty walking due to a congenital deformity or injury. Ultimately, the word can be traced back to the Proto-Germanic root krupilaz which means bent, crooked.

Similar spelling words for CRIPPLED

• crippling,
• crapulence,
• gripped,
• cripple,
• cripples,
• rippled,
• cropped.

Conjugate verb Crippled

CONDITIONAL

I would cripple

we would cripple

you would cripple

he/she/it would cripple

they would cripple

FUTURE

I will cripple

we will cripple

you will cripple

he/she/it will cripple

they will cripple

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have crippled

we will have crippled

you will have crippled

he/she/it will have crippled

they will have crippled

PAST

I crippled

we crippled

you crippled

he/she/it crippled

they crippled

PAST PERFECT

I had crippled

we had crippled

you had crippled

he/she/it had crippled

they had crippled

PRESENT

I cripple

we cripple

you cripple

he/she/it cripples

they cripple

PRESENT PERFECT

I have crippled

we have crippled

you have crippled

he/she/it has crippled

they have crippled

I am crippling

we are crippling

you are crippling

he/she/it is crippling

they are crippling

I was crippling

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they were crippling

I will be crippling

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I have been crippling

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he/she/it had been crippling

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I will have been crippling

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I would be crippling

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