Definition

A person or thing that slows down or prevents progress or movement.

Example

The construction work was an impeder of traffic flow in the city.

Conversation

I feel like stress can be an impeder of my creativity.

Totally! When I'm stressed, I can't think straight either.

Exactly! It's frustrating how much it can hold us back.

Yeah, finding ways to relax really helps us overcome those impeders.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Impeder is formed from "in-" (meaning not) and "pedere" (meaning to impede or hinder). The word describes someone or something that causes obstruction or prevents progress.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is 'not' ('in-') allowing movement or progress ('pedere') — that's why an impeder is someone who hinders.

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