Barrier and Impasse

Barrier

Barrier noun - A physical object that blocks the way.

Impasse and barrier are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Impasse" instead a noun "Barrier".

Nearby Words: barrie, barriering, barriered

Impasse

Impasse noun - A point in a struggle where neither side is capable of winning or willing to give in.
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Synonyms for Impasse

Barrier and impasse are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Barrier" instead a noun "Impasse".

Nearby Words: impassive, impassable, impassible

How words are described

real real barrier real impasse
permanent permanent barrier permanent impasse
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