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Meaning of encumber
To burden or weigh someone or something down with a physical or mental load.
Etymology of encumber
The word "encumber" originates from the Old French word "encumbrer," which is derived from the Latin words "in" meaning "on" and "cumbere" meaning "to lie down"
Historically, the word has been used to describe physical or mental burdens that weigh someone or something down
Synonyms
burden
weigh
load
hinder
impede
obstruct
block
restrict
limit
constrain
enclose
confine
restrain
hamper
handicap
impede
clog
clutter
congest
overwhelm
overburden
oppress
depress
suppress
stifle
smother
throttle
choke
chock
jam
snag
fetter
shackle
chain
manacle
trammel
weigh down
hold back
slow down
retard
delay
hinder
cramp
cripple
disable
incapacitate
paralyze
Definitions
- To weigh someone or something down with a physical or mental load
- To cause someone or something to feel worried or anxious
- To restrict or limit someone or something in some way
Usage Examples
- The company's debt will encumber its ability to invest in new projects
- Her injuries will encumber her performance in the upcoming marathon
- The new policy will encumber small businesses with excessive regulations