encumbered (Meaning)

Wordnet

encumbered (a)

loaded to excess or impeded by a heavy load

Webster

encumbered (imp. & p. p.)

of Encumber

FAQs About the word encumbered

loaded to excess or impeded by a heavy loadof Encumber

handicapped,hindered,hobbled,

disencumbered, unburdened, shut (of), liberated, liberated,free, freed, freed, unburdened, quit

The hiker's progress was encumbered by the heavy backpack he was carrying.

The team's efforts were encumbered by a lack of resources and support.

The company was encumbered by a large amount of debt.

The athlete was encumbered by an injury that prevented him from performing at his best.