impeded

[im-peed-ed]

impeded Definition

• 1. delayed or obstructed progress or movement
• 2. hindered or prevented something from happening

Using impeded: Examples

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

• Example

  The heavy traffic impeded our journey.

• Example

  Her injury impeded her ability to walk.

• Example

  The bad weather impeded the rescue efforts.

• Example

  The lack of funding impeded the project's progress.

impeded Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for impeded

• hindered
• blocked
• hampered
• thwarted
• obstructed

Antonyms for impeded

• aided
• assisted
• facilitated

Phrases with impeded

• impede progress

  to slow down or obstruct the advancement of something

  Example

  The bureaucratic red tape impeded progress on the construction project.

• impede movement

  to block or hinder the ability to move freely

  Example

  The fallen tree impeded movement on the hiking trail.

• impede traffic

  to slow down or block the flow of vehicles

  Example

  The road construction impeded traffic during rush hour.

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Summary: impeded in Brief

The verb 'impeded' [im-peed-ed] means to delay, obstruct, or hinder progress or movement. It is often used in contexts such as traffic, injury, or bureaucracy, as in 'The heavy traffic impeded our journey.' 'Impeded' can be replaced by synonyms like 'hindered' or 'obstructed,' and is the opposite of 'aided' or 'facilitated.' Phrases like 'impede progress' and 'impede movement' are common, while there are no idioms associated with this word.