/ɪmˈpiːd/ i-m-PEED

Definitions

1. verb

to hinder or prevent the progress or achievement of something

“The heavy snowstorm impeded our journey to the mountains.”

2. verb

to slow down or obstruct the movement or progress of something

“The traffic jam impeded the ambulance’s route to the hospital.”

3. noun

an obstacle or hindrance

“The impede of the river was caused by a fallen tree.”