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INCUMBRANCE

(noun)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Incumbrance.

Incumbrance - as a noun

A charge against property (as a lien or mortgage)

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
encumbrance

An onerous or difficult concern

Example: "The burden of responsibility"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
burdenencumbranceloadonus
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
concernheadachevexationworry
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Any obstruction that impedes or is burdensome

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
encumbrancehinderancehindrancehitchinterferencepreventativepreventive
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
impedimentimpedimentaobstructerobstructionobstructor
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The heavy load on his back was a significant incumbrance."
"The company was burdened by the financial incumbrances of previous years."
"She felt that her lack of experience would be an incumbrance in the new job."
"The excessive paperwork was an unnecessary incumbrance to the project."
"His fear of public speaking became an incumbrance to his career advancement."
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Word Game Points

Is INCUMBRANCE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, incumbrance is valid for Scrabble UK/EU only
US/CA Invalid UK/EU Valid

INCUMBRANCE has a SCRABBLE points total of 19.

Is INCUMBRANCE a valid Words With Friends word?
No, incumbrance is NOT valid for Words With Friends
Invalid Word
INCUMBRANCE is not a valid Words With Friends word.

Is INCUMBRANCE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, incumbrance is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
INCUMBRANCE has a WORDFEUD points total of 23.

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