Impede

/ɪmˈpiːd/

Meaning & Definition

verb

to obstruct or hinder progress or movement.

Heavy rain and flooding can impede the progress of rescue operations.

to interfere with or slow down the action or process of something.

The new regulations are likely to impede business growth in the region.

to prevent someone from achieving something.

Her lack of experience may impede her chances of getting the job.

to create barriers that delay or halt forward movement.

The construction on the main road will impede traffic for several weeks.

From Latin 'impedire', meaning 'to hinder'.

impede progress

To slow down or obstruct advancement.

impede someone's efforts

To hinder someone in their attempt to achieve something.

impede the process

To obstruct the procedure or steps needed to complete a task.

hinder

To create difficulties for someone or something, resulting in a delay or obstruction.

obstruct

To block or close up with an obstacle.