Definitions
- Referring to an obstacle or hindrance that slows down or makes it difficult to complete a task. - Describing a physical object that obstructs movement or progress. - Talking about a situation or condition that limits or restricts someone's ability to act or function.
- Referring to an obstruction or barrier that prevents or delays progress or movement. - Describing a situation or condition that hinders or slows down someone's ability to act or function. - Talking about an action or behavior that interferes with or obstructs someone else's plans or goals.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe obstacles or barriers that hinder progress or movement.
- 2Both words can be used to describe physical objects or situations that limit someone's ability to act or function.
- 3Both words have negative connotations and imply a sense of frustration or difficulty.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Hamper is more commonly used in the context of physical objects or situations, while impede is more often used in the context of actions or behaviors.
- 2Intensity: Impede implies a stronger sense of obstruction or interference than hamper.
- 3Focus: Hamper emphasizes the effect on progress or completion of a task, while impede focuses on the prevention or delay of movement or action.
- 4Formality: Impede is more formal than hamper and is often used in academic or professional contexts.
Remember this!
Hamper and impede are synonyms that describe obstacles or barriers that hinder progress or movement. However, hamper is more commonly used in the context of physical objects or situations, while impede is more often used in the context of actions or behaviors. Additionally, impede implies a stronger sense of obstruction or interference than hamper, and is more formal in tone.
