Impede
/ɪmˈpiːd/
Definitions
- (v.) To obstruct or delay the progress or movement of something.
The heavy traffic can impede emergency vehicles.
Forms
- impedes
- impeding
- impeded
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Commentary
Often used in legal contexts to describe actions that slow or prevent the execution of duties or rights.
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