impediment — something that delays or prevents progress; an obstacle or hindrance
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: something that delays or prevents progress; an obstacle or hindrance
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪmˈpedɪmənt/
Example Sentences
- The only impediment to my diet plan is the convenience store next to my house.
- Financial constraints remain the biggest impediment to expanding the business.
- My cat sitting on my keyboard is a constant impediment to my work productivity.
impediment
NOUN[/ɪmˈpedɪmənt/]
something that delays or prevents progress; an obstacle or hindrance
A fallen tree became an impediment blocking the mountain road for hours.
Every impediment creates a predicament between logic and sentiment
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'impedimentum', derived from 'impedire' meaning 'to hinder or obstruct'. The root 'impedire' is composed of 'in-' (in) and 'pes' (foot), literally meaning 'to put a foot in the way of'.
Breakdown
im- (in) + ped (foot) + -ment (noun suffix) = impediment
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The only impediment to my diet plan is the convenience store next to my house.”
“Financial constraints remain the biggest impediment to expanding the business.”
“My cat sitting on my keyboard is a constant impediment to my work productivity.”
“The new regulations could become an impediment to international trade.”
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