GRE Word List
IMPEDE
to interfere with or slow the progress of
The meaning of the word impede is to interfere with or slow the progress of.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| pyromaniac | a person who has an uncontrollable impulse to start fires : a person affected by pyromania |
| indemnify | to secure against hurt, loss, or damage |
| frustrate | to balk or defeat in an endeavor |
| colloquy | conversation |
| intrepid | characterized by resolute fearlessness, fortitude, and endurance |
| filth | foul or putrid matter |
| eclectic | composed of elements drawn from various sources |
| resumption | an act or instance of resuming : recommencement |
| placate | to soothe or mollify especially by concessions : appease |
| ghastly | terrifyingly horrible to the senses : frightening |