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encumbrance

[in-kuhm-bruhns]

encumbrance Definition

  • 1a burden or impediment
  • 2something that restricts or limits someone or something's freedom of action

Using encumbrance: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "encumbrance" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The encumbrance of debt prevented him from pursuing his dreams.

  • Example

    The heavy backpack was an encumbrance on the hiker's journey.

  • Example

    The new regulations were seen as an encumbrance to the company's growth.

encumbrance Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for encumbrance

Phrases with encumbrance

  • a legal claim or liability on a property or asset

    Example

    The house was sold with a legal encumbrance attached to it.

  • a financial obligation or liability that restricts one's financial freedom

    Example

    The student loan was a significant financial encumbrance for the recent graduate.

  • emotional encumbrance

    an emotional burden or obstacle that hinders one's personal growth or relationships

    Example

    Her past trauma was an emotional encumbrance that she had to work through in therapy.

Origins of encumbrance

from Old French 'encombrance', from 'encombrer' meaning 'to block up'

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Summary: encumbrance in Brief

The term 'encumbrance' [in-kuhm-bruhns] refers to a burden or impediment that restricts or limits someone or something's freedom of action. It can be a financial, legal, or emotional encumbrance, as exemplified by 'The student loan was a significant financial encumbrance for the recent graduate.' 'Encumbrance' extends into synonyms like 'hindrance' and 'obstacle,' and antonyms like 'aid' and 'benefit.'