Definitions
- (noun)someone who is unable to walk normally because of an injury or disability to the legs or back
- (verb)deprive of the use of a limb, especially a leg“The accident has crippled her for life”
- (verb)deprive of strength or efficiency; make useless or worthless“This measure crippled our efforts”
Definitions sourced from Princeton WordNet (BSD license).
All synonyms for Cripple
Keep writing with Cripple
Frequently Asked Questions
What is another word for "cripple"?
Common synonyms for "cripple" include lame, stultify. Our thesaurus lists 2 total alternatives drawn from Princeton WordNet. Click any synonym to find its rhymes.
What does "cripple" mean?
someone who is unable to walk normally because of an injury or disability to the legs or back
How do I use synonyms when writing lyrics?
Synonyms give you more options to match syllable counts, meter, and rhyme schemes. When a word fits the meaning but not the rhythm, swap in a synonym with a different syllable count. Click any synonym above to jump straight to its rhyme page and continue writing.
Available now
Write Better Lyrics with RHYMEBOOK
Instant rhyme suggestions, syllable counts, synonyms, and AI songwriting tools — all in one app.
macOSSoonWindowsSoonLinuxSoon