What is "impediment" in English? Definition and Explanations

Meaning of "impediment": something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress

Noun

Meaning of "impediment": any structure that makes progress difficult

Noun

Synonyms:

hitch, flaw, stumbling block, barrier, restriction, handicap, drawback, setback, snag, difficulty, inhibition, obstacle, hurdle, hazard, burden, defect, deterrent, bottleneck, red tape, disadvantage, load, cramp, clog, encumbrance, chain, wall, holdup, millstone, check, stoppage, manacle, delay, shackle, tie, rub, restraint, prohibition, drag, detriment, catch, bar, blockage, fault, trammel, barricade, retardation, curb, stricture, block, Catch-22, road block, dead weight, retardment,

Antonyms:

advantage, perfection, boon, aid, assistance, liberation, permission, furtherance, benefit, opening, strength, freedom, help, blessing, clearance, allowance, facilitation, support,