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hobble vs impede

impede vs hobble

hobble is a noun but impede is not a noun.

hobble and impede both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
hobble Yes No Yes No
impede No No Yes No
As verbs, impede is a hypernym of hobble; that is, impede is a word with a broader meaning than hobble:
  • hobble: hamper the action or progress of
  • impede: be a hindrance or obstacle to
Other hypernyms of hobble include hinder.
hobble (noun) impede (noun)
the uneven manner of walking that results from an injured leg
a shackle for the ankles or feet
hobble (verb) impede (verb)
strap the foreleg and hind leg together on each side (of a horse) in order to keep the legs on the same side moving in unison block passage through
walk impeded by some physical limitation or injury be a hindrance or obstacle to
hamper the action or progress of
Difference between hobble and impede

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