GRE Word List

IMPEDIMENT

something that impedes

The meaning of the word impediment is something that impedes.

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WordMeaning
indemnifyto secure against hurt, loss, or damage
smeltany of a family (Osmeridae) of small bony fishes that closely resemble the trouts in general structure, live along coasts and ascend rivers to spawn or are landlocked, and have delicate oily flesh with a distinctive odor and taste
patronizeto act as patron of : provide aid or support for
cognizancea distinguishing mark or emblem (such as a heraldic bearing)
bearingthe manner in which one behaves or comports oneself : the manner in which one bears (see bear
whineto utter a high-pitched plaintive or distressed cry
deviateto stray especially from a standard, principle, or topic
smarthaving or showing a high degree of mental ability : intelligent
gustoan individual or special taste
elusivetending to elude: such as