impede
/ɪmˈpiːd/
im · pede
ɪm · ˈpiːd
English Definition
v. to slow down or block the progress of something
Significado en Español
impedir, obstaculizar
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Select the best synonym for the word “impede”:
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A
assist
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B
facilitate
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C
promote
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D
hinder
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D — hinder.
“impede” means v. to slow down or block the progress of something
Common questions about “impede”
What does “impede” mean?
impede — v. to slow down or block the progress of something. In Chinese: 阻碍.
How do you pronounce “impede”?
impede is pronounced /ɪmˈpiːd/. It breaks into 2 syllables: im · pede.
Is “impede” an ISEE Basic-level word?
Yes. impede appears on the iSEE Vocab Basic list, which covers 2445 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
