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IMPEDE

(verb)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Impede.

How to pronounce impede:

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Impede - as a verb

Be a hindrance or obstacle to

Example: "She is impeding the progress of our project"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hinder
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
keepprevent
Hyponyms (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."
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Word Game Points

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

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 Word
IMPEDE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.

Is IMPEDE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, impede is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
IMPEDE has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.

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