Impediment (noun)

1. Something that hinders or obstructs progress or achievement.
2. An obstacle or hindrance to the progress of something.
3. A speech disorder or stutter.

Origin:

From the latin word "impedimentum" meaning "an obstacle".

Examples:

1. The lack of funding was a major impediment to the completion of the project.
2. His stutter was a significant impediment to his ability to speak in public.
3. The language barrier was an impediment to communication.
4. The legal restrictions were an impediment to the expansion of the business.
5. The poor road conditions were an impediment to the delivery of goods.