1. to stop or hinder the exchange of information or messages between people or entities
The faulty equipment will prevent communication between the two offices.
O equipamento defeituoso impedirá a comunicação entre os dois escritórios.
2. to block or obstruct the ability to convey thoughts, ideas, or information
The language barrier seemed to prevent communication during the meeting.
A barreira linguística pareceu impedir a comunicação durante a reunião.