What is another word for Cumbered?

Pronunciation: [kˈʌmbəd] (IPA)

The word "cumbered" means to burden or hinder someone or something. There are several synonyms for this word, including obstructed, impeded, encumbered, weighed down, and hampered. Obstructed refers to something that is in the way, hindering or blocking progress. Impeded means to slow down or prevent someone or something from moving freely. Encumbered refers to being weighed down by something heavy or cumbersome. Weighed down means to be burdened or weighed down with problems or responsibilities. Finally, hampered refers to being held back or hindered by something that limits movement or progress. These synonyms can all be used interchangeably with the word "cumbered" to express the same meaning.

What are the hypernyms for Cumbered?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Cumbered

Nut Kut's flaming orange and imperial-blue trappings covered and Cumbered him; and young Gunpat Rao's gorgeous saffron and old-rose burned through the Gul Moti's eyes to the hard lump in her throat-it was the one time in their lives when they should be free.
"Son of Power"
Will Levington Comfort and Zamin Ki Dost
Usually, however, we find that rivers have succeeded in reclaiming more or less wide tracts from the dominion of the waves, or at all events have Cumbered the bed of the sea with banks and bars of detritus.
"Geology"
James Geikie
He attempted a few wild and hilarious movements, fell headlong and was dragged feet foremost to the door and thrown out, because he Cumbered the floor.
"The Pioneers"
Katharine Susannah Prichard

Related words:

cumbersome, cumbersome, cluttered

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