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ENCUMBER

(verb)

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There is 1 meaning of the word Encumber.

Encumber - as a verb

Restrict (someone or something) so as to make free movement difficult

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
cumber12restrain8
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
bound8confine12limit7restrict10throttle11trammel11
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The heavy load encumbered his progress."
"She felt encumbered by her responsibilities."
"Please don't encumber me with unnecessary tasks."
"The new regulations will only encumber small businesses."
"He was encumbered by his own doubts."
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Word Game Points

Is ENCUMBER a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, encumber is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

ENCUMBER has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is ENCUMBER a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, encumber is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ENCUMBER has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.

Is ENCUMBER a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, encumber is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ENCUMBER has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.

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