impasse
Translation
impasse, deadlock, stalemate
Examples
The negotiations have reached an impasse.
The negotiations have reached an impasse.
They were at an impasse over the budget.
They were at an impasse over the budget.
Grammar Patterns
to reach an impasse The negotiations reached an impasse.
to be at an impasse They were at an impasse.
Similar Words
Synonyms: deadlock, stalemate, standstill
Etymology
From French, from 'in-' (not) + 'passer' (to pass). A situation where one cannot pass or make progress.
Memory Tips
Imagine a road that is 'impossible to pass'. That's an impasse, a situation with no way forward.