n. an obstacle or hindrance; a physical defect that hinders clear speech; an obstacle to entering into a legal contract such as marriage
Overcrowded classrooms are an impediment to learning.
Overcrowded classrooms are an impediment to learning.
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Her speech impediment is a liability when she does public speaking.
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barrier; block; delay; drawback
aid; assistance
4 syllables
im-ped-i-ment
sediment
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