impeded

[ im-pee-did ]

adjective

1. slowed down or obstructed by obstacles; hindered:

   By joining the already impeded traffic flow, drivers unfortunately create even longer delays.

verb

1. the simple past tense and past participle of impede ( def ).

Other Words From

• un·im·ped·ed adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of impeded¹

impede ( def ) + -ed ²( def )

Example Sentences

Twenty-seven were rejected by Israeli authorities and the other four were severely impeded, meaning they were prevented from accomplishing all the work they set out to do.

From BBC

But many say that, in recent times, access to trees on their land has been impeded, often violently by Israeli settlers.

From BBC

“Her dedication to solving the difficult issues before her — whether past or present — have never impeded her focus on what lies ahead,” Johnson wrote.

From Los Angeles Times

Agricultural irrigation and power plant operations could also be significantly impeded, and if past mussel infestations are any indication, golden mussels could also severely affect boating and recreation by encrusting docks, engines and steering equipment.

From Los Angeles Times

With all the starting pitchers they lost, and all the hurdles that impeded their path, they had gotten here by doing all they were asked of, and then some.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• barred
• blocked
• closed
• confined
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• deprived
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• reduced
• restrained
• secured
• shortened
• tethered