impede
Translation
to impede, to hinder, to obstruct
Examples
The heavy traffic will impede our progress.
The heavy traffic will impede our progress.
Grammar Patterns
((sth./sb.)) to hinder or obstruct (sth./sb.) Construction work will impede traffic.
Similar Words
Synonyms: hinder, obstruct, block; Antonyms: facilitate, help, aid
Etymology
From 'im-' (in) + 'ped-' (foot, from Latin 'pes'). Literally 'to shackle the foot'.
Memory Tips
Imagine putting your foot in front of someone to trip them. You are 'impeding' their movement.