Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
incumbrance
noun
/ɪnˈkʌmbrəns/
Definition
A burden or hindrance that restricts or limits progress.
Examples
- The incumbrance on the land made it difficult to sell.
- She felt the incumbrance of debt was weighing her down.
- Removing the incumbrance allowed them to pursue new business opportunities.
Meaning
In legal or financial contexts, an incumbrance refers to a claim or liability attached to a property that can affect its transfer or value.
Synonyms
- burden
- hindrance
- encumbrance
- obstruction
