Vocabulary Entry

encumbered

|adjective • verb

adjective

Restricted or burdened, often with physical or emotional baggage.

Example Sentences

"He felt encumbered by the weight of his responsibilities."

"The encumbered transaction took longer to process due to additional requirements."

"She walked slowly, encumbered by the heavy backpack."

verb

Example Sentences

"They were encumbered by their debts, limiting their freedom."

"Don't let emotional issues encumber your ability to move forward."

"The new rules may encumber the team's progress on the project."