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Definition of Impediment

• (n.) That which impedes or hinders progress, motion, activity, or effect.
• (v. t.) To impede.

Synonyms of Impediment

• Hindrance
• Hinderance
• Deterrent
• Balk
• Baulk
• Check
• Handicap
• Obstruction
• Obstructor
• Obstructer
• Impedimenta

Antonyms of Impediment

Homophones of Impediment