impediment

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im·ped·i·ment im-ˈpe-də-mənt How to pronounce impediment (audio)

: something that impedes

especially : an impairment (such as a stutter or a lisp) that interferes with the proper articulation of speech

: a bar or hindrance (such as lack of sufficient age) to a lawful marriage

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Impediment comes from a Latin verb that meant "to interfere with" or "to get in the way of progress", as if by tripping up the feet of someone walking. In English, impediment still suggests an obstruction or obstacle along a path; for example, a lack of adequate roads and bridges would be called an impediment to economic development. Impediments usually get in the way of something we want. So we may speak of an impediment to communication, marriage, or progress--but something that slows the progress of aging, disease, or decay is rarely called an impediment.

Example Sentences

tough going for the burros on the canyon trail, even without the added impediment of heavy loads

Recent Examples on the Web Another moving audition came from Amanda Mammana, a 19-year-old from Connecticut who opened up to the judges about living with a speech impediment.

Charles Trepany, USA TODAY, 20 July 2022 But the description also partly came about because of a lingering shyness from the partial deafness that had left him with a slight speech impediment since childhood.

Phil Davison, Washington Post, 31 May 2022 Ramos’ frustrations with school started after he was bullied over a speech impediment, a cousin told the Post.

Los Angeles Times, 25 May 2022 Such software is likely to automatically mark down an individual on the autism spectrum who may possess a non-standard eye gaze or someone with a mild speech impediment.

Gus Alexiou, Forbes, 16 May 2022 Like Moses, Biden has a speech impediment, overcoming fear of speaking publicly, to lead a great nation of people.

CNN, 2 Mar. 2022 Globally, 70 million people stutter, including President Joe Biden, who has spoken publicly about being mocked by classmates and a nun in Catholic school for his speech impediment.

Laura Ungar, ajc, 19 Feb. 2022 Globally, 70 million people stutter, including President Joe Biden, who has spoken publicly about being mocked by classmates and a nun in Catholic school for his speech impediment.

Laura Ungar, courant.com, 19 Feb. 2022 Isaac couldn’t see, Jacob was lame for a period of time, and Moses suffered from a severe speech impediment.

Rabbi Avi Weiss, sun-sentinel.com, 18 Jan. 2022 See More

单词	impediments
释义	impediment noun im·ped·i·ment im-ˈpe-də-mənt 1 : something that impedes especially : an impairment (such as a stutter or a lisp) that interferes with the proper articulation of speech 2 : a bar or hindrance (such as lack of sufficient age) to a lawful marriage Did you know? Impediment comes from a Latin verb that meant "to interfere with" or "to get in the way of progress", as if by tripping up the feet of someone walking. In English, impediment still suggests an obstruction or obstacle along a path; for example, a lack of adequate roads and bridges would be called an impediment to economic development. Impediments usually get in the way of something we want. So we may speak of an impediment to communication, marriage, or progress--but something that slows the progress of aging, disease, or decay is rarely called an impediment. Synonyms balk bar block chain clog cramp crimp deterrent drag embarrassment encumbrance fetter handicap hindrance holdback hurdle inhibition interference let manacle obstacle obstruction shackles stop stumbling block trammel See all Synonyms & Antonyms Example Sentences tough going for the burros on the canyon trail, even without the added impediment of heavy loads Recent Examples on the Web Another moving audition came from Amanda Mammana, a 19-year-old from Connecticut who opened up to the judges about living with a speech impediment. Charles Trepany, USA TODAY, 20 July 2022 But the description also partly came about because of a lingering shyness from the partial deafness that had left him with a slight speech impediment since childhood. Phil Davison, Washington Post, 31 May 2022 Ramos’ frustrations with school started after he was bullied over a speech impediment, a cousin told the Post. Los Angeles Times, 25 May 2022 Such software is likely to automatically mark down an individual on the autism spectrum who may possess a non-standard eye gaze or someone with a mild speech impediment. Gus Alexiou, Forbes, 16 May 2022 Like Moses, Biden has a speech impediment, overcoming fear of speaking publicly, to lead a great nation of people. CNN, 2 Mar. 2022 Globally, 70 million people stutter, including President Joe Biden, who has spoken publicly about being mocked by classmates and a nun in Catholic school for his speech impediment. Laura Ungar, ajc, 19 Feb. 2022 Globally, 70 million people stutter, including President Joe Biden, who has spoken publicly about being mocked by classmates and a nun in Catholic school for his speech impediment. Laura Ungar, courant.com, 19 Feb. 2022 Isaac couldn’t see, Jacob was lame for a period of time, and Moses suffered from a severe speech impediment. Rabbi Avi Weiss, sun-sentinel.com, 18 Jan. 2022 See More Word History First Known Use 14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1 Phrases Containing impediment speech impediment speech impediment Kids Definition impediment noun im·ped·i·ment im-ˈpe-də-mənt 1 : something that interferes with movement or progress 2 : a condition that makes it difficult to speak normally Medical Definition impediment noun im·ped·i·ment im-ˈped-ə-mənt : something that impedes children with deafness or hearing impediments especially : an impairment (as a stutter or a lisp) that interferes with the proper articulation of speech Legal Definition impediment noun im·ped·i·ment im-ˈpe-də-mənt : something that prevents or interferes with a process, power, or right should have known of the legal impediments to the execution of any judgment against the police jury Penalber v. Blount, 550 So. 2d 577 (1989) specifically : a bar to the formation of a valid contract or marriage compare nullity impediments noun plural of impediment as in obstacles something that makes movement or progress difficult tough going for the burros on the canyon trail, even without the added impediment of heavy loads Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance obstacles hurdles obstructions barriers embarrassments hindrances interferences constraints encumbrances handicaps burdens inhibitions deterrents shackles clogs cramps chains blocks fetters lets loads trammels stops stumbling blocks manacles hitches delays restraints dangers disadvantages snags blockages hazards difficulties balks blockades brakes curbs crimps bars holdbacks stoppages stone walls hardships perils arrests drawbacks brick walls drags rubs embargoes reins catches reefs stalls holdups adversities hobbles bits cumbers checks Antonyms & Near Antonyms incentives advantages stimuli catalysts stimulants benefits spurs impetuses edges aids breaks help goads assistances handmaidens handmaids boosts See More
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