encumber

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(en-cum-ber) 3 syllables

Definition

verb. to burden someone or something with a heavy load.

Example Sentence

He hoped the red tape did not encumber the process.

More Example Sentences

He felt encumbered by his heavy backpack.

Synonyms

burden; hinder; obstruct

Antonyms

assist; help; facilitate

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Rhymes

  • cumber
  • humber
  • lumber
  • number
  • slumber

  • encumber
  • macumber
  • mccumber
  • outnumber

  • unencumber