1. (

• impede ,
• hinder ,

) be a hindrance or obstacle to; "She is impeding the progress of our project" ;

2. (

• obstruct ,
• blockade ,
• block ,
• hinder ,
• stymie ,
• stymy ,
• embarrass

) hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of; "His brother blocked him at every turn" ;

3. (

• handicap ,
• hinder ,
• hamper

) put at a disadvantage; "The brace I have to wear is hindering my movements" ;

1. (

• clogging ,
• hindering ,
• impeding ,
• obstructive

) preventing movement; "the clogging crowds of revelers overflowing into the street" ;