Word Knowledge · Question 20

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Heavy rain will impede the convoy's progress through the valley. Impede means

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Correct answer to question 20 (Word Knowledge): hinder

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To impede is to slow or obstruct something without stopping it entirely, so hinder is the closest match. Assist reverses the meaning.

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