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ENCUMBERED

(adj., verb)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Encumbered.

Encumbered - as an adjective

Loaded to excess or impeded by a heavy load

Example: "A summer resort...encumbered with great clapboard-and-stucco hotels"

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
unencumbered

Encumbered - as a verb

To load down something with a burden

To restrict or block something with a hindrance or impediment

To burden with a legal claim or other obligation

Example Sentences

"She struggled to walk with her encumbered backpack."
"The encumbered ship was unable to navigate through the narrow canal."
"He felt encumbered by the weight of his responsibilities."
"The encumbered prisoner had trouble escaping from his cell."
"The encumbered car couldn't accelerate quickly enough."
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Word Game Points

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

ENCUMBERED has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.

Is ENCUMBERED a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, encumbered is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ENCUMBERED has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 22.

Is ENCUMBERED a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, encumbered is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ENCUMBERED has a WORDFEUD points total of 20.

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