Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

incumber

verb
/ɪnˈkʌm.bər/
Definition
to hinder or impede something; to place a burden or obstacle in the way.
Examples
  • The heavy traffic incumbered the rescue efforts.
  • He felt that the unnecessary procedures incumbered his ability to work efficiently.
  • Don’t let self-doubt incumber your potential.
Meaning
The act of making something more difficult or restricting it in some way.
Synonyms
  • hinder
  • obstruct
  • burden
  • impede
  • restrict