Impeditive

adj

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Definitions

Adjective

1
Causing or being a hindrance; impeding.
"cumbersome, and impeditive of motion"

Synonyms

burdensome cumbersome cumbrous hampering onerous oppressive

Example

"cumbersome, and impeditive of motion"

Etymology

Compare French impéditif, Italian impeditivo, and Portuguese impeditivo.

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