Definition of Impediment
Impediment
im·ped·i·ment
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
something that obstructs, hinders, or impedes something from being done/completed by slowing down its progress or making it difficult;
e.g. A lack of funding is a serious impediment to scientific research.
(noun)
an agent that interferes with something, often used to refer to a speech defect such as a stutter/stammer or lisp that interferes with the person's ability to speak 'normally';
e.g. She had a speech impediment, so I had to make an effort to understand what she was saying.
(noun)
an agent that hinders or prevents the formation of a lawful and valid contract or marriage;
e.g. He lied about his conflicts of interest, which proved to be an impediment to their contract.
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