impede
Pronunciation
Verb
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
To slow down or block the progress of something.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
hinder
obstruct
Antonyms
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "Heavy fog _____ traffic across the entire region that morning."
Answer: impede
In your own words, what does "impede" mean?
To slow down or block the progress of something.
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