Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Impediment.
How to pronounce impediment:
US
Impediment - as a noun
Something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
balkbaulkcheckdeterrenthandicaphinderancehindranceHypernyms (Closely Related)
difficultnessdifficultyHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Any structure that makes progress difficult
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
impedimentaobstructerobstructionobstructorHypernyms (Closely Related)
constructionstructureHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"Hearing loss can be an impediment to learning in a traditional classroom."
"Lack of funding is the main impediment to completing the construction project."
"Her shyness was an impediment to making friends at the new school."
"The language barrier proved to be a major impediment to effective communication."
"The injured athlete's knee injury was an impediment to his performance on the field."
Word Game Points
Is IMPEDIMENT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, impediment is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
IMPEDIMENT has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.
Is IMPEDIMENT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, impediment is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordIMPEDIMENT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 21.
Is IMPEDIMENT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, impediment is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordIMPEDIMENT has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.
