Synonyms of encumbrances

encumbrances

noun

plural of encumbrance

as in obstacles

something that makes movement or progress difficult

without the encumbrance of a heavy backpack, I could sprint along the trail

Synonyms & Similar Words

• obstacles
• hurdles
• obstructions
• embarrassments
• barriers
• impediments
• hindrances
• interferences
• burdens
• inhibitions
• shackles
• constraints
• handicaps
• fetters
• cramps
• manacles
• deterrents
• lets
• chains
• blocks
• trammels
• clogs
• stumbling blocks
• loads
• hitches
• stops
• holdbacks
• restraints
• dangers
• snags
• delays
• balks
• disadvantages
• bars
• blockages
• crimps
• curbs
• brakes
• reins
• hazards
• difficulties
• blockades
• stone walls
• arrests
• brick walls
• hardships
• rubs
• stoppages
• embargoes
• perils
• catches
• drags
• drawbacks
• reefs
• stalls
• bits
• holdups
• checks
• hobbles
• adversities
• cumbers

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• incentives
• stimuli
• advantages
• catalysts
• stimulants
• spurs
• benefits
• edges
• breaks
• impetuses
• aids
• help
• goads
• assistances
• boosts
• handmaidens

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of encumbrances

In such situations, direct access to the political branches may be more effective than the procedural encumbrances of SED. — David Bloomfield, New York Daily News, 1 Nov. 2026

On July 10, Charles Pernicka, Solutions’ attorney, replied in writing, providing documents that showed there were no formal encumbrances, such as liens or leases, on the properties’ deeds. — Paul Sisson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Sep. 2026

To Tommy, Anna and Molly are twittering encumbrances, idiotic in their insistence on good works and the good of man, their endless remorseful hedgings about the Communist Party. — Cynthia Zarin, Harpers Magazine, 4 Aug. 2026

Stopping the train to nowhere funding, using those funds to pay off our federal EDD debt so that businesses can reduce THEIR EDD encumbrances by the 1-5% they’re being charged now. — Kaitlyn Schallhorn, Oc Register, 4 May 2026