Synonyms for

Impasse

Verb / ˌɪˈmpæs / / ˈɪˌmpæs / Another word for impasse — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a situation where no progress is possible, especially because of disagreement

Synonyms & similar words

culdesac stalemate standstill deadend deadlock blindalley deadendstreet deadlock stalemate standoff gridlock halt blockage obstruction block barrier hindrance logjam quagmire predicament dilemma crisis cul-de-sac standstill

Example sentences

  1. The teachers and the principal were at an impasse, and they couldnt agree on the new school schedule.
  2. The negotiations between the two countries reached an impasse, and they had to call off the talks.
  3. The traffic was at an impasse, and no cars were moving.
  4. The project was at an impasse because the team members couldnt agree on the design.
  5. The talks between the union and the management reached an impasse, and the workers went on strike.

Quotes

  • A good compromise, a good piece of legislation, is like a good sentence; or a good piece of music. Everybody can recognize it. They say, Huh. It works. It makes sense. - Barack Obama
  • In war, there are no unwounded soldiers. - Jose Narosky
  • The only thing we have to fear is fear itself. - Franklin D. Roosevelt

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