CEFR C1

encumbered

verb

Meaning

To restrict or burden someone or something in such a way that free action or movement is difficult.

Examples

The heavy snow encumbered our progress, making the journey much longer than expected.
She felt encumbered by the strict rules and regulations of the old institution.

Synonyms: burden, hamper, impede, obstruct

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encumbered (C1)

verb

Pronunciation: /ɪnˈkʌmbər/

Definition

To restrict or burden someone or something in such a way that free action or movement is difficult.

Examples

The heavy snow encumbered our progress, making the journey much longer than expected.
She felt encumbered by the strict rules and regulations of the old institution.
Don't encumber yourself with too many responsibilities if you want to maintain your peace of mind.

How to Use encumbered

encumber with (prepositional phrase): to burden someone or something with a specific item or responsibility — "He didn't want to encumber his friends with his problems."
encumbered by (prepositional phrase): to be burdened or hindered by something — "The old car was encumbered by rust and needed constant repairs."

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