v. be a hindrance or obstacle to
vt. 妨碍, 阻碍, 阻止
1. The heavy rain will impede our progress on the hike.
大雨会阻碍我们在徒步旅行中的进展。
2. If you don't follow the rules, it may impede your chances of success.
如果你不遵守规则，这可能会妨碍你成功的机会。
3. Construction work on the road will impede traffic for several weeks.
道路上的施工将阻碍交通几周。