(religion, of an impediment to marriage) Serving to make a marriage illicit but valid.

Of the nature of an impediment; hindering or obstructing.

Capable of being impeded or hindered.

plural of impedition

(obsolete) A hindrance; that which impedes.

(archaic) Causing hindrance; impeding.

(law) A diriment impediment that prevents a person from marrying, but does not require punishment or an annulment.

plural of absolute impediment

So as to impede or hinder.

plural of impedivity