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ENCUMBRANCES

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There are 3 meanings of the word Encumbrances.

Encumbrances - as a noun

An onerous or difficult concern

Example: "The burden of responsibility"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
burden9incumbrance19load5onus4
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
concern11headache17vexation18worry11
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A charge against property (as a lien or mortgage)

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
incumbrance19

Any obstruction that impedes or is burdensome

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hinderance16hindrance15hitch13incumbrance19interference17preventative20preventive18
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
impediment17impedimenta18obstructer14obstruction15obstructor14
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"We need to clear all the encumbrances on the property before we can sell it."
"The company was burdened with financial encumbrances that hindered its growth."
"He struggled to pay off his student loan encumbrances."
"The contract included various encumbrances that needed to be fulfilled."
"She was not aware of the encumbrances attached to the inheritance."
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Word Game Points

Is ENCUMBRANCES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, encumbrances is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

ENCUMBRANCES has a SCRABBLE points total of 20.

Is ENCUMBRANCES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, encumbrances is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ENCUMBRANCES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 27.

Is ENCUMBRANCES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, encumbrances is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ENCUMBRANCES has a WORDFEUD points total of 24.

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