C1verbformalworksociety
US/ɪmˈpiːd/
UK/ɪmˈpiːd/
to slow down or block the movement or progress of something
In context
Heavy snow impeded the rescue teams as they tried to reach the village.
Poor roads continue to impede economic growth in the mountain provinces.
A lack of sleep can seriously impede your ability to concentrate.
Words that go with impede
verb + noun
- impede progressConstant changes to the rules impede progress.
- impede growthHigh taxes may impede growth in small businesses.
- impede the flowFallen trees impeded the flow of the river.
- impede developmentCorruption impedes the development of poor countries.
- impede movementTight clothes can impede movement during exercise.
adverb + verb
- seriously impedeThe strike could seriously impede the delivery of goods.