English / word
impede
verb C1MEANING IN ENGLISH
to delay or prevent someone or something by obstructing them; hinder
In context
01
Heavy traffic impeded our progress to the airport.
02
Lack of funds can impede business growth.
Synonyms
block,delay,hinder
Antonyms
facilitate,assist,promote
Collocations
impede progress,impede growth,impede development
Verb forms
Past: impeded · Past participle: impeded · -ing: impeding