Impede is a synonym of obstruct.
As verbs the difference between obstruct and impede
is that obstruct is to block or fill (a passage) with obstacles or an obstacle. See Synonyms at block while impede is to get in the way of; to hinder.
obstruct
English
Verb
To block or fill (a passage) with obstacles or an obstacle. See Synonyms at block.
To impede, retard, or interfere with; hinder: obstructed my progress.
To get in the way of so as to hide from sight.
Synonyms
* See also
impede
English
Verb
(imped)
to get in the way of; to hinder
Synonyms
* See also
Antonyms
* assist, help
* expede (obsolete)
* expedite
Related terms
* expede, expedite
* impediment
