Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Impede.
How to pronounce impede:
US
Impede - as a verb
Be a hindrance or obstacle to
Example: "She is impeding the progress of our project"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hinder10Hypernyms (Closely Related)
keep10prevent12Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Block passage through
Example: "Obstruct the path"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
block13jam12obstruct12obturate10occlude12Hypernyms (Closely Related)
hinder10impede11Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"Heavy traffic can impede the progress of the ambulance."
"Lack of funding will impede the construction of the new school building."
"A broken leg didn't impede him from participating in the marathon."
"The new regulations could impede the growth of small businesses."
"Her shyness tends to impede her social interactions."
Word Game Points
Is IMPEDE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, impede is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
IMPEDE has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
Is IMPEDE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, impede is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordIMPEDE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.
Is IMPEDE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, impede is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordIMPEDE has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.
