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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Impeded by language and cultural barriers, his wife, Elizabeth, was unable to establish her chosen career in pharmacy.

From Washington Post • Mar. 17, 2010

Impeded at the Narew River after taking Plonsk and Pultusk, they were halted last week at the Bug.

From Time Magazine Archive

Impeded by a script that has lines like "It's my funeral; you're just along for the ride," McQueen stops acting and settles for a series of long poses.

From Time Magazine Archive

Impeded by their own sightlessly swarming numbers, as much as by the impenetrable darkness, they sought the foe.

From Bruce by Terhune, Albert Payson

Impeded by no obstacle whatever, the patriot may here proclaim every sentiment that glows within his breast.

From Essays on the Constitution of the United States by Ford, Paul Leicester

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