GRE Word List

IMPEDIMENT

something that impedes

The meaning of the word impediment is something that impedes.

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WordMeaning
gullany of numerous long-winged web-footed aquatic birds (subfamily Larinae of the family Laridae)
detachedstanding by itself : separate
obviateto anticipate and prevent (something, such as a situation) or make (an action) unnecessary
fracasa noisy quarrel : brawl
vanguardthe forefront of an action or movement
permeablecapable of being permeated : penetrable
semblanceoutward and often specious appearance or show : form
disheveledmarked by disorder or disarray
premisea proposition antecedently supposed or proved as a basis of argument or inference
oblivionthe fact or condition of not remembering : a state marked by lack of awareness or consciousness