Synonyms

impeded

American

[im-pee-did] / ɪmˈpi dɪd /

adjective

slowed down or obstructed by obstacles; hindered.

By joining the already impeded traffic flow, drivers unfortunately create even longer delays.

verb

the simple past tense and past participle of impede.

Other Word Forms

unimpeded adjective

Etymology

Origin of impeded

impede ( def. ) + -ed ² ( def. )

Example Sentences

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But they promptly filed a new misdemeanor case against Morrow and the other activist, alleging the pair impeded ICE officers and failed to follow their orders.

From Salon • Apr. 15, 2026

"It would solve the issue of the crowded goal area and the goalkeeper being surrounded, blocked and impeded."

From BBC • Mar. 2, 2026

“Multiple factors have impeded the downward price action that we anticipated based on fundamentals.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 29, 2026

NGOs tracking the toll have said their task has been impeded by an almost three-week internet shutdown, warning that confirmed figures are likely to be far lower than the actual toll.

From Barron's • Jan. 27, 2026

She was impeded by her own Shield Charm; by the time she had removed it he had already stormed into the night.

From "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" by J.K. Rowling

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