English Explanatory Dictionary

impediment

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A hindrance; that which impedes or obstructs progress; impedance.
  2. A disability, especially one affecting the hearing or speech.
  3. Baggage, especially that of an army; impedimenta.

Pronunciation

/ɪmˈpɛdɪmənt/ en-us-impediment.ogg

Word forms

impediment impediments

Etymology

From Middle English impediment, borrowed from Latin impedimentum.

Synonyms

hindrance obstruction obstacle

Related words

impede impedimenta

Derived words

absolute impediment diriment impediment hindering impediment impedimental impedimented impediment of crime speech impediment
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