impediment
Translation
obstacle, hindrance, obstruction
Examples
A lack of funding is a major impediment to research.
A lack of funding is a major impediment to research.
He has a slight speech impediment.
He has a slight speech impediment.
Grammar Patterns
((an impediment)) ((to sth.)) an obstacle to (sth.) A lack of funding is an impediment to research.
Similar Words
Synonyms: obstacle, barrier, hindrance; Antonyms: aid, assistance, benefit
Etymology
From Latin 'impedimentum' (hindrance), from the verb 'impedire' (to impede).
Memory Tips
An 'impediment' is the thing that 'impedes' you. It's the noun form of the verb.