Synonyms of impediment

impediment

noun

as in obstacle

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

• obstacle
• hurdle
• obstruction
• barrier
• embarrassment
• hindrance
• interference
• burden
• deterrent
• encumbrance
• inhibition
• handicap
• constraint
• let
• clog
• shackles
• stop
• cramp
• chain
• balk
• block
• stumbling block
• fetter
• delay
• hitch
• crimp
• load
• trammel
• disadvantage
• danger
• blockage
• drag
• manacle
• brake
• blockade
• hazard
• bar
• curb
• holdback
• difficulty
• arrest
• restraint
• rub
• snag
• stoppage
• stone wall
• drawback
• embargo
• hardship
• brick wall
• catch
• holdup
• rein
• peril
• stall
• hobble
• reef
• bit
• adversity
• cumber
• check

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• incentive
• impetus
• advantage
• stimulus
• catalyst
• spur
• benefit
• aid
• assistance
• stimulant
• edge
• break
• goad
• help
• boost
• handmaiden
• handmaid

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• incentive
• impetus
• advantage
• stimulus
• catalyst
• spur
• benefit
• aid
• assistance
• stimulant
• edge
• break
• goad
• help
• boost
• handmaiden
• handmaid

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