encumbrance - Similar and Opposite Words

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Here are the synonyms for encumbrance , a list of similar words for encumbrance from our thesaurus that you can use

Noun

any obstruction that impedes or is burdensome

Synonyms

• encumbrance
• hinderance
• hindrance
• hitch
• incumbrance
• interference
• preventative
• preventive

More generic

• impediment
• impedimenta
• obstructer
• obstruction
• obstructor

More specific

• clog
• speed bump

Noun

an onerous or difficult concern

Synonyms

• burden
• encumbrance
• incumbrance
• load
• onus

More generic

• concern
• headache
• vexation
• worry

More specific

• dead weight
• fardel
• imposition
• pill

Noun

a charge against property (as a lien or mortgage)

Synonyms

• encumbrance
• incumbrance

More generic

• charge

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