🛑impasse

Meaning

A situation in which no progress is possible; a deadlock.

A situation where no progress is possible.

Example Sentences

Negotiations reached an impasse after both sides refused to compromise.

The negotiations reached an impasse, delaying the agreement.

Example Expressions

reach an impasse

Synonyms

deadlock, stalemate, standstill, gridlock

Entry 1

deadlock, stalemate, standstill, gridlock

Entry 2

deadlock, stalemate, standstill

Antonyms

progress, breakthrough, agreement, resolution

Entry 1

progress, breakthrough, agreement

Entry 2

breakthrough, progress, resolution

Collocations

political impasse, legal impasse, reach an impasse, stuck in an impasse