Challenged
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈt͡ʃæl.ɪnd͡ʒd/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Challenged is an adjective meaning (euphemistic) Disabled; lacking some physical or mental attribute or skill; used after adverbs to make politically correct adjectives.
Meaning
(euphemistic) Disabled; lacking some physical or mental attribute or skill; used after adverbs to make politically correct adjectives.
More Meanings
- (humorous) Used following adverbs to make adjectives in imitation of and mocking adjectives of this kind.
- simple past and past participle of challenge
Example Sentences
mentally challenged
He's not short; he's vertically challenged
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include difficult, hard, provocative, thought-provoking, intriguing, ambitious.
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