C1nounformalhealth
US/ɪmˈped.ɪ.mənt/
UK/ɪmˈped.ɪ.mənt/
something that makes progress difficult, or a physical problem that makes speaking difficult
In context
He has a slight speech impediment but speaks confidently in public.
High costs remain the main impediment to mental health care.
Language is often an impediment for migrants seeking medical help.
Words that go with impediment
noun + noun
- speech impedimentAs a child, the actor had a speech impediment that he overcame with therapy.
adjective + noun
- major impedimentPoor roads are a major impediment to trade in the region.
- main impedimentCost is the main impediment for patients who need dental care.
- serious impedimentLack of sleep is a serious impediment to learning.
noun + preposition
- impediment toStigma is still an impediment to people asking for help.